Recipes

Grilled Redfish with Lemon Herb Butter

December 31, 2024 / florida / louisiana / mississippi / redfish / saltwater / south carolina / texas

Grilled redfish is a Gulf Coast classic, and this recipe enhances its natural flavor with a lemon herb butter.

Grilled redfish is a Gulf Coast classic, and this recipe enhances its natural flavor with a lemon herb butter. Light yet satisfying, it’s a dish that highlights the simplicity and freshness of coastal cuisine.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 redfish fillets
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (garden-grown)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (garden-grown)
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season redfish fillets with salt and pepper.
  2. Grill the fillets skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  3. Mix butter, parsley, dill, and lemon juice. Drizzle over the grilled fish before serving.

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