SPANISH-STYLE GRILLED FISH

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Categories     Fish     Fry

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large red onions, thinly sliced
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 head garlic, cloves separated and peeled
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 bunch scallions, chopped
2 1/2 tablespoons sweet Spanish paprika
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 to 3 sprigs rosemary
2 to 3 sprigs thyme
Kosher salt
1 3-to-6-pound whole fish (such as striper, rockfish or sea bass), cleaned and scaled
Vegetable oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Combine 1 sliced onion, 1/2 cup olive oil, the vinegar, garlic, lemon slices, scallions, 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika, the cayenne, rosemary, thyme and 2 teaspoons salt in a large bowl. Set aside at room temperature, 1 hour. Spread the remaining 3 sliced onions in a large disposable roasting pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 tablespoon paprika and 1 teaspoon salt. Combine the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 tablespoon paprika in a small bowl. Rinse the fish and pat dry. Rub all over with the olive oil-paprika mixture. Stuff the cavity super full with the marinated onion-herb mixture, adding anything that doesn't fit to the disposable pan. Brush the grill grates generously with vegetable oil. Sprinkle the fish on one side with 1/2 teaspoon salt; place salt-side down on the grill and cook until charred on the bottom, 4 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt; gently flip and cook until the other side is charred, 4 to 5 more minutes. Transfer the fish to a baking sheet and let rest, uncovered, 10 minutes. Meanwhile, transfer the disposable pan with the onions to the grill. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the pan with the onions and reduce the grill heat to medium (if using a charcoal grill, break up the coals to reduce the heat). Add the fish to the pan, belly-side down, making sure you don't spill the stuffing (use your hands to hold him together). Once he is settled, push more onions around him to prop him up. Add 3/4 cup water to the pan; place on the grill, cover and cook until the flesh is opaque, firm and slightly flaky, 20 to 25 minutes. To serve, use a large spoon to pull the flesh from the bones-it will fall off easily. Serve with the grilled onion mixture.

Maureen Mangbar Dos
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Zeera Hazirah
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the grilled fish and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again for future potlucks.


LIVVY
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. I had some grilled salmon that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect solution. The fish was delicious and the sauce was flavorful.


Shahid Babu711
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Brayden Burland
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my liking, but my husband loved it. I would recommend using less chili powder or omitting it altogether if you don't like spicy food.


Shaheenaanxari Anxari
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I didn't have any fresh herbs on hand, so I used dried herbs instead. The dish still turned out great, but I think it would have been even better with fresh herbs.


Jose Jope
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The sauce was a bit too salty for my taste, but the fish was grilled perfectly. I would recommend using less salt in the sauce or omitting it altogether.


Ashley Wells
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the grilled fish and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahmad Tijjani
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This dish was a bit of work, but it was worth it. The flavors were complex and delicious, and the presentation was beautiful. I would recommend this recipe for a special occasion.


Mudassir Zafar
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Easy to follow recipe with delicious results. The fish was moist and tender, and the sauce was packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this again for guests.


Nadine Jones
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I'm not usually a fan of grilled fish, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade infused the fish with so much flavor, and the lemon-herb sauce was the perfect finishing touch. Highly recommend!


Shaniquah Geduld
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. The fish was flaky and flavorful, and the sauce was divine. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side of rice, and it was a hit with the whole family.


Rana Pagal
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This grilled fish dish transported me to the vibrant streets of Spain! The flavors were bold and authentic, and the fish was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.