Fish grilled in foil
Description
This classic grilled fish recipe in foil can also be enhanced with fresh herbs for flavor or vegetables as a side dish. The fish turns out very tender, juicy, and aromatic.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, you need to prepare the fish. Clean it from scales and innards, and cut off the fins. You can leave the head on or remove it as desired.
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Step 2
2. Make 2-4 cuts on the cleaned and washed fish, depending on its size.
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Step 3
3. The recipe for grilling fish in foil calls for a very simple marinade. Peel the garlic and press it through a garlic press. Mix it with olive (or other vegetable) oil. Season with salt to taste. Add your favorite fish spices and mix thoroughly. This is the minimum set of ingredients, yet the dish will be delicious and aromatic. If desired, you can also add lemon juice or fresh herbs to the marinade.
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Step 4
4. Generously coat each fish on all sides, including the inside, with the prepared marinade. You can let it sit for about 15 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Then carefully transfer to a sheet of foil.
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Step 6
6. Into the slits, you can insert a slice of lemon or, as in this version, a slice of sweet pepper (previously washed and cleaned of seeds). To make the fish grilled on a foil sheet at home more juicy and golden, place a small piece of butter on top. Put some fresh herbs and a slice of lemon inside the fish cavity.
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Step 7
7. Now you can place the fish on the grill and cook until done, turning occasionally. Before serving, you can sprinkle the fish with lemon juice and season with freshly ground pepper.