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Grilled Tilapia with Garlic and Scallion
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Grilled Tilapia with Garlic and Scallion

Grilled Tilapia with Garlic and Scallion uses the same aromatics often used for steaming whole fish and produces a lovely sweet result.
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Garlic, Ginger, Rice Wine, Scallion, Soy Sauce, Tilapia
Author: John Thompson

Ingredients

  • 1 Whole Tilapia
  • 4 – 6 Cloves of Garlic
  • 3 Scallions cut into finger-length sections
  • 1 – 2 Tbsp. thinly sliced Ginger
  • 1 Tbsp. each Soy Sauce and Rice Wine
  • 1 tsp. Sugar.
  • Salt

Instructions

  • Eviscerate and De-Scale the fish if not already done, then rinse the inner cavity well.
  • Make three diagonal slashes into each flank of the fish.
  • Blend together the Soy Sauce, the Rice Wine, and the Sugar, stirring well.
  • Sprinkle the cavity with some of the Soy Sauce mix, then stuff it with the Garlic, Scallion and Ginger.
  • Rub the fins and Skin of the Fish liberally with the Salt, and work some into the into the slashes on the sides. Repeat using the Soy Sauce mixture as well.
  • Grill the fish over a moderately hot flame for about 15 to 20 minutes per side until the flesh is tender and a little charring has developed.
  • Remove from the grill and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.