Tasmanian Pepperberry-Seared Barramundi with Finger Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

Delicate barramundi fillets pan-seared with a spicy Tasmanian pepperberry crust, topped with a zesty finger lime and citrus dressing. This Australian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs barramundi fillets, Tasmanian pepperberries, crushed, sea salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 fillets (6 oz each) barramundi fillets
• 1 tbsp Tasmanian pepperberries, crushed
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp finger lime pulp
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp orange juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 barramundi fillets and season both sides with 1 tbsp crushed Tasmanian pepperberries and 1 tsp sea salt, pressing gently to adhere.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the fillets skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
3. Step 3: Flip the fillets carefully and cook for another 3 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp finger lime pulp, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp orange juice, 1 tsp honey, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley until well combined.
5. Step 5: Plate the barramundi fillets and spoon the finger lime dressing over the top immediately to preserve its bright flavor.