Description
Discover how to prepare, cook, and serve yellowtail, a versatile fish popular in various culinary traditions, particularly in Japanese cuisine.
Ingredients
- Yellowtail fillets
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme)
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Clean the yellowtail by rinsing under cold water.
- Remove the scales using a scaler or knife.
- Gut the fish and fillet it with a sharp knife.
- For grilling, marinate with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Grill the fillets skin-side down for 3–5 minutes per side.
- For baking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), season the fillets, and bake for 10–15 minutes.
- For frying, dredge in flour, heat oil to 350°F (175°C), and fry for 3–5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Notes
Ensure to check the freshness of yellowtail before preparation, especially if consuming raw. Always cook to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for safety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Baking, Frying, Searing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: yellowtail, sushi, grilling, baking, seafood