Grouper is a mild, firm-fleshed fish that adapts well to a wide variety of accompanying flavors.

Here we topped it with a medley of citrus zest, fresh cilantro, and buttery cracker crumbs, before baking.

For this easy preparation, you could use just about any white fish that lends itself well to being baked and simply adjust the cooking time according to thickness.

More white fish recipes:

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• Pan-Seared Grouper Sandwiches with Mojo Mayo
• Baked Stuffed Cod
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Baked Grouper with Citrus-Crumb Topping

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This simple recipe for baked grouper is topped with buttery cracker crumbs, fresh citrus and cilantro. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal!

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time : 15 mins

Total Time : 25 mins

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Ingredients 

• 1 lb grouper fillets, substitute cod, haddock, halibut
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/3 cup finely crushed cracker crumbs, buttery variety e.g. Ritz, Club
• Zest of 1/2 orange
• Zest of 1/2 lemon
• Zest of 1/2 lime
• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• Orange slices, optional

Instructions 

• Preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange the fish fillets in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet that’s been coated with nonstick spray.
• Season on both sides with salt and pepper, then drizzle with the lemon juice. Set aside.
• Combine the cracker crumbs, orange zest, lemon zest, lime zest and chopped cilantro in a small bowl. Add the melted butter and combine well.
• Spread a crust of the crumb mixture over the fish fillets and pat down lightly with the back of a spoon.
• Bake until the fish is opaque throughout and flakes easily, 8 to 12 minutes.
• Garnish the plate with orange slices if desired.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts

Baked Grouper with Citrus-Crumb Topping

Amount per Serving

Calories

249

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

11

g

17

%

Saturated Fat

 

6

g

38

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

4

g

Cholesterol

 

76

mg

25

%

Sodium

 

235

mg

10

%

Carbohydrates

 

8

g

3

%

Fiber

 

1

g

4

%

Sugar

 

3

g

3

%

Protein

 

29

g

58

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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