Best 4 Pesto Crusted Grouper Recipes
Pesto crusted grouper is a flavorful and elegant dish that can be the star of any dinner party. The combination of nutty pesto and flaky grouper creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. While the dish may seem intimidating to make, it is surprisingly easy to prepare. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a gourmet meal that will impress your friends and family.
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PECAN CRUSTED GROUPER RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by teri0000
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Process the pecan and bread crumbs in food processor just until a coarse mixture forms. Season the fillet pieces with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour; dip in egg. Coat with pecan mixture. Melt 1/4 C. butter over medium high heat. Saute fish on 1 side until brown. Turn fish. Bake at 400 for 10 minutes or until fillet pieces flake easily. Remove fish to warm platter; wipe skillet. Add remaining butter to skillet. Cook over high heat until butter is foamy and dark brown, stirring constantly. Add lemon juice and parsley, stir until combined. Pour over grouper and serve.
PESTO GROUPER
We love Grouper. Unfortunately, we live in Arizona and fish like this is hard to come by. The local market had some one day - a bit pricey but we decided to splurge. I used my home made pesto on this. The combination of pesto, lemon and garlic is wonderful! Enjoy!
Provided by Sky Hostess
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Spray a baking pan with non-stick spray.
- In a small bowl combine melted butter, lemon juice, and garlic. Once combined stir in bread crumbs. Set aside.
- Pat fish dry, salt and pepper to taste. Spread with Basil Pesto. Top with thinly sliced red onions. Top this with the bread crumb and butter mixture. Lightly pat into place once all of the mixture is on top of the fish.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until fish flakes.
PESTO-CRUSTED GROUPER
These grouper fillets are quick to make, and take minimal ingredients. Enough to serve 2 people unless you're super hungry.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Seafood
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Season grouper fillet with salt and pepper. Mix bread crumbs and Greek seasoning in a small bowl. Rub pesto over the grouper and top with bread crumbs.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place fillet in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Carefully turn over and cook until fillet is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn over once more, being careful to leave the panko breading in place. Split fillet in half for 2 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 79 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 462.5 mg
POTATO ENCRUSTED GROUPER WITH BRUSCHETTA AND WHITE WINE #5FIX
"5 Ingredient fix contest entry. Light and fresh potato and fish entree, that's looks like it took you hours to make. Use 4-6 oz portions of flaky white fish such as grouper, halibut, cobia, rock. Prepared bruschetta with garlic and capers work best. You can also use simply potato southwest hash browns for a spicer dish.
Provided by mohr1967
Categories Potato
Time 25m
Yield 4 Filets of fish, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Thaw fish if frozen. Remove fish from fridge and bring to room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Pat dry portions of fish, firmly press 1/4 C of simply potatoes shredded hash brown on flat side of fish.
- In 12 inch oven ready frying pan, sauté fish, potato side down in hot pan. Crisp hash brown potato crusted filets for 2-3 min till golden. Flip fish in pan and remove pan with fish in it from heat. Place oven ready fry pan with fish into 375 degree oven for 3-5 min or till opaque. This will depend on thickness of fish.
- Remove pan from oven( pan will be hot) and place on burner. Burner will not be on.
- Remove fish from pan and place on paper towel plated plate, still potato side up. Turn on burner to med high, add 1 C white wine and 1/2 C bruschetta. Reduce for 3-5 min till 1/4 sauce has evaporated. Turn off heat and whisk in 2 T butter till melted. Plate 4 portions of fish and top each with 1/4 C of prepared sauce.
- Serve with crusty bread and your favorite salad. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose the right grouper. Look for fresh, firm grouper fillets that are free of any discoloration or blemishes.
- Make sure your pesto is flavorful. Use a good quality pesto, or make your own using fresh herbs, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts.
- Don't overcook the grouper. Grouper is a delicate fish that can easily become dry if it is overcooked. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Serve the grouper immediately. Grouper is best served hot, right out of the oven. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Pesto-crusted grouper is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The pesto crust adds a flavorful and crispy coating to the grouper, while the moist and flaky fish cooks to perfection in the oven. Serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
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