Barbecued Spiced Fish Recipe

Fire up the grill for this explosive Barbecued Spiced Fish recipe, straight from "The Backyard Barbecue Cookbook"! This recipe is rated excellent but be warned: it's not for the faint of heart! Bold spices and smoky char create an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for adventurous palates seeking a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 317.5 kcal
Protein 84g
Rating 4.8 (12 Reviews)
Barbecued Spiced Fish 87

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecued Spiced Fish

  • 1 pound white fish fillets
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • white pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ground oregano
  • dried basil
  • dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

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How to Make Barbecued Spiced Fish

  1. Pat 1 pound of fish fillets (e.g., cod, salmon, or mahi-mahi) completely dry with paper towels. Brush both sides generously with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  2. In a small bowl, prepare the dry marinade: Combine 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat), and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the buttered fish fillets.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly grease the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the fish fillets on the preheated grill. Cook for 8-10 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Flip the fillets halfway through the cooking time.
  4. For best results, store leftover fish in a covered airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  5. This flavorful marinade is also fantastic on poultry and beef!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

39g

Carbs

0g