Chinese Roast Barramundi is a flavorful dish where tender barramundi fillets are marinated in a savory mixture of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, then roasted to perfection. The fish comes out with crispy skin and a fragrant, umami-packed glaze. It’s a simple yet impressive dish that brings bold Chinese flavors to your table.
Chinese Roast Barramundi Recipe
A savory Chinese-style roasted fish made with tender barramundi, marinated in soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then roasted to crispy perfection.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the barramundi fillets dry with paper towels. Season the fish with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Lightly oil a baking tray with vegetable oil and place the fillets skin-side down.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili paste.
- Taste the marinade and adjust sweetness or spice level as desired.
- Pour the marinade over the barramundi fillets, making sure each piece is well coated.
- Let the fish marinate for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- Place the marinated fish fillets on the prepared baking tray.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
- For extra crispy skin, you can broil the fish for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Once the fish is done, remove it from the oven and transfer the fillets to serving plates.
- Garnish with sliced spring onions, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds. Serve with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to preserve texture.
- Variations: You can use other white fish like snapper or tilapia if barramundi is unavailable.
- Tip: Make sure not to overcook the fish, as barramundi is delicate and can become dry.
