Honey Mustard Baked Grouper Recipe
Enjoy a flavorful and tender Honey Mustard Grouper, baked to perfection with a tangy and sweet glaze made from honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. This dish brings a delightful balance of zesty, sweet, and savory flavors, enhanced by a hint of cayenne and garlic. Perfect for a wholesome dinner, it’s easy to prepare and beautifully garnished with fresh parsley.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Honey Mustard Glaze
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 4 Tbsp. honey
- 6 Tbsp. grainy Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp. minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
- Dash of cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
Fish
- 14 ounces skinless, boneless grouper
- Freshly minced parsley, as garnish
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the grouper.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small mason jar, combine the apple cider vinegar, honey, grainy Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Close the jar tightly and shake vigorously until the mixture is well combined and emulsified.
- Prepare the grouper: Rinse the grouper under cold water and drain well. Use paper towels to pat the fish completely dry to help the glaze adhere better during baking.
- Arrange in baking dish: Place the dried grouper into a 2.5 Qt. (2.3L) round or oval baking dish, ensuring the fish lays flat for even cooking.
- Marinate with glaze: Pour about 1/3 cup of the honey mustard glaze evenly over the grouper. Allow it to marinate while the oven heats up to help the flavors penetrate the fish.
- Bake the fish: Place the baking dish in the center rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork or reaches an internal temperature of 142°F to 145°F (61°C to 63°C) at its thickest part.
- Serve: Remove the grouper from the oven and transfer portions to serving plates. Spoon an additional 1 to 2 tablespoons of the glaze from the baking dish or jar over the fish. Garnish generously with freshly minced parsley and serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the grouper is dry before applying the glaze for optimal adhesion and flavor absorption.
- Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature for perfectly cooked fish.
- The glaze can also be prepared in advance and refrigerated for added convenience.
- If desired, adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
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