Grilled branzino is generously seasoned and stuffed with fresh herbs and citrus fruits, before being grilled to tender crisp perfection. Learn how to grill whole branzino so you can serve this flaky, flavorful fish all summer long!
21 lbWhole Branzinoscaled and gutted, heads and tails removed
Salt and Freshly Ground Peppergenerously on all sides
1Orangethinly sliced
1Lemonthinly sliced
4Garlic Clovesminced
2tbspButter
2tbspCapers
3tbspFresh Dillchopped
3tbspFresh Parsleychopped
1tbspExtra-Virgin Olive Oil
Garnish
1Lemoncut into wedges
Finely Chopped Parsleyfor serving
Instructions
Prepare your grill or grill pan by lighting it or preheating it.
Generously season the cavities of the branzino fish with salt and pepper. Stuff each cavity with chopped dill, parsley, capers, minced garlic, 1 tbsp butter, 2 slices of orange, and 2 slices of lemon. Rub the outside of the branzino with olive oil and season it with salt and pepper.
Grill the branzino over high heat, turning once, until browned and crisp and just cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side (depending on the size). Serve the grilled branzino immediately, with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
Notes
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