Jul 14 2026
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Grilled Fresh Fish Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Pesto Hilo Bay
Time30m
Serves4

Locally caught, crispy onions, creamy pesto, toasted garlic bun, tomato, and lettuce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fish

    Rinse the fresh fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.

  3. 3

    Grill the Fish

    Place the seasoned fish fillets on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and has nice grill marks.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Buns

    While the fish is grilling, toast the garlic buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until golden and crispy.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Sandwiches

    Spread a generous layer of creamy pesto sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a grilled fish fillet on top, and add crispy onions, a slice of tomato, and a lettuce leaf before topping with the other half of the bun.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the grilled fish sandwiches warm with your favorite side dish or salad.

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