WHOLE BRANZINO IN GRAPE LEAVES WITH ZUCCHINI, OLIVES, AND MINT

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Grape leaves prevent the fish from sticking to the grill while keeping it tender and moist. Branzino is a variety of sea bass; if you can't find it, you can substitute whole trout.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium zucchini
2 lemons, 1 juiced and 1 sliced into wedges
1/4 cup coarsely chopped green olives
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 whole branzino (10 to 12 ounces each), scaled, gutted, and cleaned
8 brined grape leaves, stems removed

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium. Very thinly slice zucchini on the bias (preferably on a mandoline). Transfer to a medium bowl, and toss with lemon juice, olives, mint, 2 1/2 teaspoons oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Let stand while preparing fish.
  • Score 3 slits in both sides of each fish using a sharp paring knife. Season with some pepper and 1/8 teaspoon salt per side. Arrange 4 sets of 2 grape leaves side by side on a work surface. Place 1 fish on top of each set, and wrap to secure. Brush with remaining 2 teaspoons oil.
  • Grill fish until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. During last half of cooking, arrange lemon wedges around fish, and grill until caramelized and softened, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer fish and lemons to a serving plate. Serve wrapped fish with zucchini salad and grilled lemons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 g, Cholesterol 70 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 34 g, Sodium 863 g

Clash of Kyu
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Overall, this was a great recipe. The branzino was cooked perfectly and the flavors were delicious. The grape leaves added a unique touch and the zucchini, olives, and mint were a great complement to the fish.


POPLARC
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This was my first time cooking branzino and it turned out great! The fish was flaky and flavorful, and the grape leaves added a nice touch. The zucchini, olives, and mint were a great complement to the fish.


Suleiman Mohammadi
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. The fish was cooked well, but the flavors were not very pronounced. The grape leaves added a nice touch, but the zucchini, olives, and mint were not very noticeable.


Usmanali Ali
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This was a delicious and easy to make recipe. The branzino was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. The grape leaves added a unique touch and the zucchini, olives, and mint were a great complement to the fish.


Hania Jan
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The branzino is elegant and delicious, and the grape leaves add a touch of sophistication. The zucchini, olives, and mint are a great complement to the fish.


Gayle Jones
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The branzino is flaky and flavorful, and the grape leaves add a nice touch. The zucchini, olives, and mint are a great complement to the fish.


Jesse Wolfe
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This is now my go-to recipe for branzino. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are out of this world. My guests always rave about it.


Habibulla Khan
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this recipe changed my mind. The branzino was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. The grape leaves added a unique touch and the zucchini, olives, and mint were a great complement to the fish.


Samantha Wells
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This was my first time cooking branzino and it turned out great! The fish was flaky and flavorful, and the grape leaves added a nice touch. The zucchini, olives, and mint were a great complement to the fish.


Obuya Silas
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I had trouble finding some of the ingredients and the instructions were not very clear. The final dish was not worth the effort.


Sa'niya Galloway Rogers
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This was a waste of time and ingredients. The fish was overcooked and the flavors were all wrong. The grape leaves were tough and the zucchini, olives, and mint were not a good combination.


Niloy Halder
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The fish was cooked well, but the flavors were not very pronounced. The grape leaves added a nice touch, but the zucchini, olives, and mint were not very noticeable.


Enrique Ramirez
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise it was very good. The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced. The grape leaves added a nice touch of elegance and the zucchini, olives, and mint were a great complement t


Confidence Friday
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I love this recipe! The branzino is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. The grape leaves add a unique touch and the zucchini, olives, and mint are a great complement to the fish.


VlxneJayden
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This was an excellent recipe. The fish was flaky and flavorful, and the grape leaves added a nice touch of tartness. The zucchini, olives, and mint were a great addition, and the sauce was light and flavorful. Overall, this was a delicious and health


Sheikh Jawwad
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Wow! This branzino dish was absolutely delicious. The fish was cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors was amazing. The grape leaves added a unique touch and the zucchini, olives, and mint were a perfect complement. Highly recommend this reci


Afroz Zahan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were fantastic. The branzino was cooked evenly and the flavors were well-balanced. The grape leaves added a nice touch of elegance and the zucchini, olives, and mint were a great complement to the fish.


Meenarh Sakajiki
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I love the vibrant colors and flavors of this dish. The branzino was flaky and moist, and the grape leaves added a subtle tartness. The zucchini, olives, and mint were a great addition, and the sauce was light and flavorful. Overall, this was a delic


Mario Soza
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This branzino recipe was a hit with my family! The fish was cooked to perfection and the flavors were amazing. The grape leaves added a unique touch and the zucchini, olives, and mint complemented the fish perfectly. Will definitely be making this ag