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Nutritional Values

🔥200kcal
💪30gProtein
🌾—Carbs
🥑10gFat
🌿—Fibre
⚖️200 gServing

* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.

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🐟 Fish

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Sydney

Barramundi

How to order / say it
Say it Barramundi — [Bar-rah-mun-dee]
Order I'd like a grilled barramundi, please.
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Grilled white fish native to Australian waters.

Why try it?

Sampling barramundi is akin to tasting a piece of Australia's aquatic bounty, popular for its delicate flavor; it highlights the traditional reliance on local, fresh produce, and Melbourne's proximity to the sea.

How it tastes

Mild and buttery, barramundi is prized for its moist, large flakes that are flavorful without being fishy, often seasoned lightly and grilled to bring out its natural taste.

Origin & History — first documented: 1930

An essential part of the Australian diet for Indigenous people, barramundi rose to culinary fame during the 20th century as chefs and diners alike began to appreciate its versatile culinary potential.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 300 g barramundi fillets
  • 🍋 1 lemon
  • 🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 🧄 2 cloves garlic
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🧂 1 tsp pepper

Method

  1. 1 Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Season the fillets with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
  3. 3 Drizzle fish with lemon juice and olive oil.
  4. 4 Grill for 5-7 minutes on each side until just cooked through.

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