Jul 14 2026
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Grouper Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille
Time30m
Serves2

Fresh caught grouper grilled, blackened, or fried. Served with Doc's tartar sauce on a toasted brioche bun.

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Ingredients

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For the Grouper

For the Tartar Sauce

For the Sandwich

Method

Prepare the Tartar Sauce

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, dill pickles, lemon juice, capers, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed. Cover and refrigerate while preparing the grouper.

Cook the Grouper

  1. 2

    Preheat and Prepare

    If grilling or frying, preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat. If blackening, ensure your skillet is very hot.

  2. 3

    Season and Cook

    Brush the grouper fillets with olive oil and sprinkle the blackening seasoning evenly over both sides. Place the fillets on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.

Assemble the Sandwich

  1. 4

    Toast the Buns

    Lightly toast the brioche buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  2. 5

    Build the Sandwich

    On the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun, place a lettuce leaf followed by the grilled grouper fillet. Add a slice of tomato on top and generously spread the tartar sauce over the fish. Top with the other half of the bun.

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