Grilled “Margarita” Walleye
Grilled Margarita Walleye: Zesty lime, tequila, and cilantro-marinated walleye grilled to perfection. A fresh, tangy twist on a classic fish dish!
Grilled “Margarita” Walleye
By Walleye Direct
Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
2
Ingredients
- 2 walleye fillets
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon of chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon of cumin
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of half a lime, plus extra wedges for serving
- Splash of tequila
- 2 tablespoons of cold butter, cut into small pieces
- Half a serrano pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to about 300°F and prepare it for indirect heat cooking. Cut out a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil and fold the edges and corners over to form a rim to keep moisture in. Spray the foil with non-stick spray, then place it onto a rimless cookie sheet. Lay walleye fillets skin side down, side by side, onto the foil. Season with salt and pepper and distribute chili powder, cumin, minced garlic and cilantro between the fillets. Squeeze juice of half a lime on top and add a splash of tequila. Dot with pieces of cold butter.
- Use the cookie sheet to transfer the fish to the grill, sliding it onto the grates. Close the lid and cook for 20 minutes at 300°F, or until the fish becomes flaky and is cooked through. If the walleye starts browning too quickly, move the foil tray to a cooler area of the grill.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side and slices of serrano pepper garnished on top. Spoon the butter sauce over the fish. This recipe may also be prepared in the oven.
