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Grilled Kingklip with Lemon Butter Sauce
Grilled Kingklip with Lemon Butter Sauce

Grilled Kingklip with Lemon Butter Sauce

A light and flavorful grilled Kingklip served with a zesty lemon butter sauce.

30 minutes Easy Utensils Needed: Grill, Saucepan

Ingredients (For 4 People)

  • 4 Kingklip fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Recipe

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush Kingklip fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  4. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.
  5. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the grilled Kingklip fillets.
  6. Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy!

Pair with

Food: Fresh Green Salad

Dessert: Lemon Sorbet

Drink: White Wine

Health Info

  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbs: 5g
  • Protein: 35g

Fun Facts

Kingklip is a popular fish in South Africa, known for its firm texture and mild flavor. It's perfect for grilling and pairs well with citrus-based sauces.

History and Origin

Kingklip is native to the South Atlantic Ocean and is especially prized in South Africa. It has become a favorite seafood choice for many due to its versatility in cooking.

Where to Eat

Some of the best places to enjoy grilled Kingklip include coastal seafood restaurants in Cape Town, South Africa.

Alternative Ingredients

If Kingklip is not available, you can substitute it with firm white fish like cod or haddock.