Grilled Kingklip with Lemon-Garlic Butter

🧂 Ingredients

• 4 Kingklip fillets
• 100g Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Fresh chives
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the kingklip. Pat the fish fillets completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving a good sear. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
2. 2

   Prepare the lemon-garlic butter. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, and chives (if using). Mix well until thoroughly combined. Set aside.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
3. 3

   Cook the kingklip. Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place the seasoned kingklip fillets into the hot pan, presentation side down (usually the side without skin, if applicable).

   ⏱️ 4-5 minutes
4. 4

   Flip the fish fillets. Once the first side is golden brown and releases easily from the pan, carefully flip them using a spatula. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.

   ⏱️ 4-5 minutes
5. 5

   Finish and serve. Remove the pan from the heat. Spoon a generous amount of the prepared lemon-garlic butter over the hot fish fillets. The residual heat will melt the butter, creating a luscious sauce. Serve immediately.

   ⏱️ 1 minute

💡 Pro Tips

• ✓Kingklip is a delicate white fish; be careful not to overcook it, as it can become dry. Aim for moist, flaky flesh.
• ✓Look for firm, plump fillets with a fresh, oceanic aroma.
• ✓Kingklip is considered a premium, sustainable seafood choice in South Africa.

🔄 Variations

• For a baked version, place seasoned fillets on a baking sheet, top with lemon-garlic butter, and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 12-15 minutes.
• Enhance the sauce by whisking in a tablespoon of heavy cream for a richer, creamier finish.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter for a touch of heat.

🥗 Nutrition

Per serving