Name: Grilled Kingfish with Seasonal Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 steaks Kingfish steaks (1-inch thick); 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice; 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp Unsalted butter, softened; 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp Fresh dill, chopped; 1 tsp Fresh chives, finely snipped; 0.5 tsp Flaky sea salt; 0.25 tsp Freshly cracked black pepper

Main Dishes

Grilled Kingfish with Seasonal Herbs

Indulge in the firm, buttery texture of premium kingfish steaks, expertly charred over high heat and finished with a bright, herb-infused garlic butter. This sophisticated yet simple dish highlights the natural sweetness of the sea, balanced perfectly by fresh-picked garden herbs like dill, parsley, and chives.

Prep

15m

Cook

12m

Serves

Calories

420kcal

Qty	Ingredient
4 steaks 800 g	Kingfish steaks (1-inch thick)
3 tbsp 45 ml	Extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp 30 ml	Fresh lemon juice
3 cloves 9 g	Garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp 30 g	Unsalted butter, softened
1 tbsp 4 g	Fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp 1 g	Fresh dill, chopped
1 tsp 1 g	Fresh chives, finely snipped
0.5 tsp 3 g	Flaky sea salt
0.25 tsp 1 g	Freshly cracked black pepper

2 Method

Step 1. Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C). Ensure the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.

Step 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and half of the minced garlic. Brush this marinade generously over both sides of the kingfish steaks and let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

Step 3. While the fish rests, prepare the herb butter by combining the softened butter, remaining lemon juice, remaining garlic, parsley, dill, and chives in a small bowl. Mix until smooth.

Step 4. Season the fish steaks with sea salt and black pepper just before placing them on the grill.

Step 5. Grill the kingfish for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking, as kingfish can become dry.

Step 6. Remove the fish from the grill and immediately top each steak with a dollop of the seasonal herb butter. Let it melt over the warm fish before serving.

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Kingfish is a meaty fish similar to swordfish; ensure your grill is very hot before placing the fish down to get those beautiful char marks without the meat sticking.
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To check for doneness, use an instant-read thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
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If you don't have a grill, a cast-iron grill pan on the stovetop works beautifully for this recipe.
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Always use fresh herbs rather than dried for this recipe to achieve the bright, seasonal flavor profile.