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Grilled Potatoes and Tomatoes with Juicy Fish: Recipe and Instructions

Grilling potatoes and tomatoes with fish can create a flavorful and juicy meal. The combination of the smoky, charred flavors from the grill and the natural juices from the fish and vegetables makes for a delicious dish. Here’s how to grill potatoes and tomatoes with fish for a juicy flavor:

Ingredients:

  • Fish: Your choice of fish fillets or whole fish, such as salmon, trout, or sea bass
  • Potatoes: 4 medium-sized potatoes, sliced into wedges or thick slices
  • Tomatoes: 2 large tomatoes, sliced thickly or cherry tomatoes halved
  • Olive oil: 3-4 tablespoons
  • Lemon: 1 lemon, juiced (plus extra wedges for serving)
  • Herbs: Fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or thyme, finely chopped
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Salt and black pepper: To taste
  • Spices: Optional spices like paprika, smoked paprika, or cayenne pepper
  • Butter: Optional, for extra juiciness

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the fish:
    • Pat the fish dry with paper towels.
    • Drizzle the fish with olive oil and lemon juice.
    • Season with salt, pepper, and your choice of spices.
    • Sprinkle chopped herbs and minced garlic over the fish.
  2. Prepare the potatoes:
    • Cut the potatoes into wedges or thick slices.
    • Toss the potatoes in olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and spices.
    • Optionally, add minced garlic and chopped herbs for extra flavor.
  3. Prepare the tomatoes:
    • Slice the tomatoes thickly, or halve cherry tomatoes.
    • Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and chopped herbs.
  4. Preheat the grill:
    • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
    • Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  5. Grill the potatoes:
    • Place the potato wedges or slices on the grill.
    • Grill for about 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
  6. Grill the fish and tomatoes:
    • Place the fish on the grill, skin side down if applicable.
    • Add the tomatoes to the grill.
    • Grill the fish for about 4-6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness, until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
    • Grill the tomatoes for about 3-5 minutes per side, until they have grill marks and are slightly softened.
  7. Rest the fish:
    • Once the fish is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
  8. Serve:
    • Serve the grilled fish with the grilled potatoes and tomatoes.
    • Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.

Tips:

  • Marinate the fish: For extra flavor, marinate the fish in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Timing: Keep an eye on the potatoes, tomatoes, and fish while grilling to prevent overcooking.
  • Foil packets: You can also wrap the potatoes and tomatoes in foil packets with herbs and olive oil to keep them moist and juicy while grilling.

This dish offers a perfect balance of smoky, charred flavors and juicy, tender textures. Let me know if you have any more questions or need more suggestions! Enjoy your grilled meal!

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