Grilled Bluefish

Bluefish, an autumn favorite in Istanbul, simply grilled with olive oil and lemon. A high-protein fish main course served without sides.

Ingredients

• 920 g bluefish (cleaned, edible portion; 4 portions)
• 20 g (1 1/2 tbsp) olive oil
• 20 g (1 1/2 tbsp) lemon juice
• 6 g (1 tsp) salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the cleaned bluefish under cold water and pat thoroughly dry; if grilling whole, score both sides 2-3 times.

2. 2

   Mix half of the olive oil with the lemon juice and salt and rub it inside and outside the fish; leave for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Heat a grill or cast-iron grill pan over high heat and oil it with the remaining olive oil.

4. 4

   Place the fish on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes, until the skin is browned and releases easily.

5. 5

   Turn carefully and cook the other side for 5-6 minutes, until the flesh lifts easily off the bone; serve hot.

Nutrition

Per serving