Sarasota Grouper

Elevate your seafood game with this Sarasota Grouper recipe, a perfect blend of fresh, flaky grouper fillets and zesty citrus marinade topped with a golden, buttery panko-Parmesan crust. Infused with the vibrant flavors of lemon, lime, garlic, and fresh herbs, this easy yet elegant baked grouper dish offers a crisp, savory topping with a subtle kick of paprika. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra citrus punch and pair it with rice pilaf or a refreshing salad to complete this restaurant-quality meal at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) fresh grouper fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon (chopped) fresh thyme
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoons (melted) unsalted butter
• 1 quarter cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoons (freshly ground) black pepper
• 4 for garnish lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the grouper fillets in a single layer.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lime juice, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the citrus marinade.

Step 3

Place the grouper fillets in the prepared baking dish and pour the marinade evenly over them, ensuring the fillets are well-coated. Let them marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the topping.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and paprika. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened and turn slightly golden.

Step 5

After marinating, spoon the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the grouper fillets, pressing gently to help it adhere.

Step 6

Bake the grouper fillets in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the topping is golden and crisp.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve the Sarasota Grouper hot, garnished with fresh lemon wedges for a burst of citrus. Pair with rice pilaf or a crisp side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(422.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	998.5

Total Fat 73.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 155.0mg	0%
Sodium 3118.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 39.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338.9mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 847.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 21.3%