California Corbina Recipe
This California Corbina recipe highlights the mild, sweet flavor of the corbina fish, a favorite catch along the California coastline. Grilled with a simple marinade of fresh herbs, citrus, and garlic, this dish is light, healthy, and perfect for a summer meal.
Equipment
- Grill or grill pan
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs
- Basting brush
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz corbina fillets, skin on
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Marinate the Fish:
- Place the corbina fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
Preheat the Grill:
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Grill the Corbina:
- Place the fillets on the grill skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Serve:
- Remove from the grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
Corbina is a delicate fish, so avoid overcooking to maintain its tender texture.
You can substitute corbina with another mild white fish like sea bass or tilapia if unavailable
You can substitute corbina with another mild white fish like sea bass or tilapia if unavailable
Nutrition
Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 0gSugar: 0gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
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