Mero A La Gallega (galician Style Grouper)

Mero a la Gallega, or Galician Style Grouper, is a traditional dish from the Galicia region of Spain. This recipe features fresh grouper fillets cooked with potatoes, paprika, and olive oil, creating a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the region's culinary heritage.

Mero A La Gallega (galician Style Grouper)

Ingredients

  • 4 grouper fillets
  • 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the sliced potatoes in a single layer on the bottom of a baking dish.
  3. Season the grouper fillets with salt and sweet paprika, then place them on top of the potatoes.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil over the fish and potatoes.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
  6. Serve the Mero a la Gallega hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking dish Oven

Tools

Knife Cutting board Baking sheet

Serving suggestions

Mero a la Gallega pairs well with a crisp white wine and a side of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful olive oil.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add sliced onions and garlic to the potatoes for extra flavor.

Cost

$20