Wood-Fired Grilled Redfish with Asian Ginger-Soy Glaze
A succulent grilled redfish fillet brushed with a subtly spiced Asian ginger-soy glaze, delivering smoky and umami flavors in every bite. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs soy sauce, grated fresh ginger, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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, about 6 oz each redfish fillets
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp for grill vegetable oil
- 2 sliced for garnish green onions
- 1 tbsp toasted for garnish sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp lime juice until well combined and slightly thickened.
- Step 2: Preheat a wood-fired grill or regular grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F). Brush the grill grate with 2 tbsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Pat dry 4 redfish fillets (6 oz each) and brush both sides generously with the ginger-soy glaze.
- Step 4: Place the fillets skin-side down on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and grill marks appear.
- Step 5: Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, basting with more glaze, until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque.
- Step 6: Remove the fillets from the grill and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wood-Fired Grilled Redfish with Asian Ginger-Soy Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Wood-Fired Grilled Redfish with Asian Ginger-Soy Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Grilled Redfish with Asian Ginger-Soy Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Wood-Fired Grilled Redfish with Asian Ginger-Soy Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Wood-Fired Grilled Redfish with Asian Ginger-Soy Glaze?
Asian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
