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Amberjack Recipe

This Grilled Amberjack Recipe is a simple, flavorful seafood dish with a mild, flaky texture and buttery taste. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a summer barbecue. Servings: 4 people Estimated Cost: $5 Times: Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes Resting Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 32 minutes Categories / Courses: Main Dish, Dinner, Seafood Cuisines: American, Mediterranean, Coastal Cuisine Keywords: Amberjack Recipes, Grilled Amberjack, Healthy Seafood Recipe
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Grill gas or charcoal
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Basting brush
  • 1 Fish spatula or tongs
  • Ingredients
  • 4 amberjack fillets about 6 oz each
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • 1 Grill (gas or charcoal)
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Basting brush
  • 1 Fish spatula or tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Brush the amberjack fillets generously with the marinade on both sides.
  4. Place the fillets on the grill and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy your flavorful Grilled Amberjack Recipe!
  7. Nutrition (per serving, approx.)
  8. Calories: ~280 kcal
  9. Protein: 34 g
  10. Fat: 14 g
  11. Carbohydrates: 2 g
  12. Fiber: 0 g
  13. Sugar: 0 g

Notes

For a smoky flavor, use a charcoal grill.
Serve with rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.
This recipe works well with other firm white fish too.