Grilled Reef Fish

Grilled Reef Fish

Grilled Fish (grild reef fish)

Whole Fish Grilled Over Coals

Prep Time 10 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
2
🔥 Calories 234 kcal

Fresh reef fish rubbed with lime and salt, grilled whole over coconut husk coals.

Nutrition & Info

240 kcal per serving
Protein 34.0g
Carbs 2.0g
Fat 10.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish

Equipment Needed

grill tongs

Presentation Guide

Vessel: banana leaf

Garnishes: lime wedge

Accompaniments: lap lap

Instructions

  1. 1

    Score fish and rub with lime, garlic, salt.

  2. 2

    Let marinate 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Oil banana leaf and place fish on it.

  4. 4

    Grill over hot coals 8 minutes per side.

  5. 5

    Garnish with green onion and hot pepper.

  6. 6

    Serve on banana leaf with lime.

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Did You Know?

Ni-Vanuatu fishermen use traditional knowledge of tides and moon phases to find the best fishing spots.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • grill
  • tongs

Garnishing

lime wedge

Accompaniments

lap lap

The Story Behind Grilled Reef Fish

Grilling fish over open coals is the most fundamental cooking method in Vanuatu. The surrounding coral reefs provide abundant fish species that form the protein backbone of the diet.

Coconut husk coals burn hot and give a subtle sweet smokiness to the fish.

This preparation has remained unchanged for thousands of years across the archipelago.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch, dinner 📜 Origins: Ancient

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