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Nutritional Values

🔥400kcal
💪50gProtein
🌾1gCarbs
🥑22gFat
🌿—Fibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

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Grilled Bluefish

How to order / say it
Say it Izgara Lüfer — [EEZ-gah-rah LOO-fehr]
Order I'd like the Grilled Bluefish, please.
Locally Izgara Lüfer alabilir miyim lütfen?
Say locally

Charcoal-grilled bluefish seasoned with lemon and herbs

Why try it?

Izgara Lüfer epitomizes Antalya's bond with the sea, bringing the region's fresh catch directly to your plate. Its simple yet flavorful preparation allows the natural taste of the fish to shine.

How it tastes

Expect a smoky, tender fish with a vibrant, refreshing zest from lemon and a hint of earthy herbs, offering a perfect balance of aroma and flavor, celebrated in every Mediterranean coastal meal.

Origin & History — first documented: 1920

The grilling of bluefish has been a part of Mediterranean culinary practice since ancient times. It rose in prominence along the Turkish coast in the early 20th century, becoming a staple of the local diet.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 2 pieces bluefish
  • 🫒 30 ml olive oil
  • 🍋 1 lemon
  • 🌿 1 tsp thyme
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🧂 1 tsp black pepper

Method

  1. 1 Clean and season the bluefish with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  2. 2 Preheat a charcoal grill.
  3. 3 Grill the fish for approximately 6-8 minutes per side until cooked.
  4. 4 Squeeze fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with thyme before serving.

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