Grilled Fish With Tangy Tamarind Sauce

Grilled Fish with Tangy Tamarind Sauce is a popular Mauritanian dish that is bursting with flavor. The tangy tamarind sauce perfectly complements the smoky grilled fish, creating a delightful combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.

Grilled Fish With Tangy Tamarind Sauce

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets (such as red snapper or grouper)
  • 1/4 cup tamarind paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste, honey, garlic, cumin, cayenne pepper, and salt to make the tamarind sauce.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Brush the fish fillets with olive oil and season with salt.
  4. Grill the fish for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it is cooked through and has grill marks.
  5. Drizzle the tamarind sauce over the grilled fish and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
30g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Grill Grill brush Tongs

Tools

Small bowl Basting brush

Serving suggestions

Serve the grilled fish with tangy tamarind sauce alongside steamed rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier sauce, increase the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste preferences.

Cost

$20