Hunan Grilled Fish
Hunan Grilled Fish is a flavorful and spicy dish that showcases the bold flavors of Hunan cuisine, featuring tender fish marinated in a variety of aromatic spices and grilled to perfection. This high-protein dish is perfect for those looking to indulge in a healthy and satisfying meal.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
320 kcal
Ingredients
- Fish fillets (tilapia or trout) - 300 grams
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Hunan chili paste - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
- Ginger (minced) - 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Honey - 1 tablespoon
- Spring onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
- Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
- Lemon wedges - for serving
Steps
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Hunan chili paste, minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and honey to create a marinade.
- Place the fish fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Remove the fish from the marinade and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Grill the fish fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and grill marks appear.
- Once cooked, remove the fish from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
- Garnish with chopped spring onions and cilantro before serving.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
Tags
ChineseHigh ProteinBBQ