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Grouper sandwich served on a plate with fries

Name: Grouper Sandwich

Summary: A flavorful blackened grouper sandwich made with fresh grouper fillets, toasted buns, crisp toppings, and spicy aioli. Perfect for a quick seafood meal with bold coastal flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • For the Grouper:
  • 2 grouper fillets 6–8 oz each, about 1 inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to spice level
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Sandwich:
  • 2 brioche or ciabatta buns
  • 4 –6 tomato slices
  • 4 –6 leaves romaine or butter lettuce
  • 4 red onion rings
  • Pickles or banana peppers optional
  • Spicy aioli or tartar sauce

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Cast iron skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Small brush (for butter)

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Pat grouper fillets dry and brush both sides with melted butter.
  3. Mix spices and coat each fillet evenly.
  4. Heat skillet over medium-high with olive oil. Sear fillets 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through.
  5. Toast buns until golden brown.
  6. Assemble: spread sauce on buns, add lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, then fish. Top with bun.
  7. Serve with your favorite sides and drink.

Notes

Notes:
For extra heat, add hot sauce to your aioli.
To make gluten-free, use GF buns or lettuce wraps.
Grouper can be grilled instead of blackened if preferred.