Girl, if you want to treat yourself to a truly divine Florida-inspired dinner that’ll have your taste buds dancing, you’ve gotta try this! I’m talking about my Citrus-Glazed Florida Grouper with Mango-Avocado Salsa and Coconut Rice—a dish that looks luxurious but is totally doable right at home!
Let’s make sure you’ve got everything you need before we dive in (because nobody wants to be running to the store halfway through a recipe!):
For the Fish:
- 4 fresh grouper fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 Florida oranges
- 1 lime
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Fresh herbs (thyme and parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tropical Salsa:
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño (seeds removed if you’re not feeling spicy!)
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime juice
For the Coconut Rice:
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1/2 cup water
- Pinch of salt
Now, before we get cooking, can I just say this recipe is my absolute go-to when I want to impress at dinner? If you love these Florida-inspired dishes as much as I do, follow me on Newsbreak for daily deliciousness! Let’s get started!
Instructions:
- Start with the coconut rice (it needs time to get perfect):
- Rinse your rice until the water runs clear.
- Combine it with coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt.
- Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes.
- Once done, let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes (don’t peek!).
- While the rice is cooking, prep that tropical salsa:
- Toss all the salsa ingredients into a bowl.
- Season with salt and fresh lime juice.
- Let the salsa sit and get all those flavors to mingle and get cozy (like a good relationship—it gets better with time).
- Now for the star of the show, the grouper:
- Pat the fillets dry (no one likes soggy fish!).
- Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a pan, combine the juice from the oranges, lime juice, and honey. Let it reduce until syrupy.
- Add in the butter and fresh herbs.
- In a separate pan, sear the fish until golden and crispy on the outside.
- Brush the fish with that luscious citrus glaze.
When it’s time to plate, start with the coconut rice, add that beautifully glazed grouper on top, and crown it with your tropical salsa. Garnish with extra herbs and lime wedges because we’re fancy like that!
Seriously, this dish is like a vacation on a plate! The combination of the fresh Florida grouper and tropical flavors is just chef’s kiss.
Before you run off to create this masterpiece, make sure to follow me on Newsbreak for more mouthwatering recipes that will have you feeling like a pro in the kitchen. And, pretty please, drop a comment below and let me know how this turned out for you. Did it make you feel like you’re dining at a chic beachfront restaurant? I want to hear all about it!
Cooking is all about having fun and adding your own spin, so get creative! If you need me, I’ll be here sipping a mojito and dreaming up more Florida-inspired recipes.
XOXO, your favorite Florida foodie!
P.S. Don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends—sharing is caring, and they’ll love you forever for introducing them to this slice of paradise!
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