Grilled Parrotfish

Name: Grilled Parrotfish
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Palauan
Ingredients: 1 whole parrotfish (500g); 2 limes, juiced; Salt and pepper; 1 tbsp coconut oil; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 green onion, sliced; Banana leaf; 1 hot pepper

Grilled Parrotfish (grild PAR-ut-fish)

Whole Grilled Parrotfish

⏱ Prep Time 10 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 225 kcal

Colorful parrotfish grilled whole over coals with lime and salt. A beautiful reef-to-plate dish.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 34.0g

Carbs 2.0g

Fat 9.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ fish

Equipment Needed

grill tongs

Presentation Guide

Vessel: banana leaf

Garnishes: lime, green onion

Accompaniments: taro

Ingredients

1 whole parrotfish (500g)
2 limes, juiced
Salt and pepper
1 tbsp coconut oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 green onion, sliced
Banana leaf
1 hot pepper

Instructions

1
Score fish on both sides.
2
Rub with lime, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3
Brush with coconut oil.
4
Grill over coals 7 minutes per side.
5
Garnish with green onion and hot pepper.
6
Serve on banana leaf.

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Did You Know?

Parrotfish play a vital role in reef health by eating algae and producing white sand through digestion.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

grill
tongs

Garnishing

lime, green onion

Accompaniments

taro

The Story Behind Grilled Parrotfish

Palau's coral reefs are among the most biodiverse in the world, and parrotfish are one of the most commonly caught species. Grilling whole over coals is the preferred preparation method.

The firm, sweet flesh of parrotfish needs little seasoning beyond lime and salt.

This dish showcases Palau's incredible marine environment.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch, dinner 📜 Origins: Ancient

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