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