St. Kitts Grilled Fish with Lime and Herbs
Fresh local fish, simply grilled and seasoned with the bright flavors of lime and aromatic herbs, showcasing the island's coastal bounty.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce portions White fish fillets(such as snapper, mahi-mahi, or grouper)
- 2 large Lime(1 juiced, 1 cut into wedges for serving)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- 1 tbsp Fresh thyme(chopped)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Clean and oil the grill grates.
- 2
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and chopped thyme.
- 4
Brush the herb and lime mixture generously over both sides of the fish fillets.
- 5
Place the fish fillets on the preheated grill. Grill for about 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- 6
Remove the fish from the grill and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use a fish spatula for easy flipping.
- ✓Don't overcook the fish; it should remain moist.
- ✓If grilling indoors, use a grill pan over medium-high heat.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Marinate the fish in the herb mixture for 15-30 minutes before grilling for a deeper flavor.