Florida Citrus Fish (New Year’s Recipe)

Florida Citrus Fish (New Year’s Recipe)

Dec 22, 2025admin Green Tomato

Ingredients

  • 4 white fish fillets (snapper, grouper, or mahi-mahi)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp fresh orange zest
  • 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

 

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the fish on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a small bowl, mix the orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, and honey, then pour the mixture over the fish and dot with butter. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily. Finish with fresh parsley before serving.

Serving ideas:

  • White rice or coconut rice
  • Florida citrus salad
  • Sautéed greens (collards, mustard greens, or kale)