Grilled Arctic Char

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This grilled arctic char recipe is simple and flavorful, with hearty and flaky artic char fish coated in a fantastic spice rub and grilled to perfection. One of our favorite grilled fish recipes, this arctic char is easy to make and goes well with many side dishes!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Dinner, Grilling

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 339 kcal

Equipment

Grill
Grill Pan

Ingredients

4 6-ounce arctic char fillets about 1/2 lb each, bones removed and skin on
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce use tamari for a gluten free version
1 lemon plus extra for garnish
1/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper or more to taste

Instructions

Prep the grill - light charcoal at the bottom of the grill, add a cast iron pan, and allow the grill to heat up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
Meanwhile, place the arctic char fillets on a plate with the skin side down.
In a mixing bowl, add the olive oil, whole grain mustard, brown sugar, soy sauce, fresh lemon juice, and mix well to combine. Brush the top char with the mixture with a clean brush or spoon. Top with salt and pepper.
Once the grill reaches temperature, open the lid, and place the char flesh-side down on the grates or grill pan. Close the lid of the grill. Allow char to grill for 2 minutes until the top is crisp. Flip the char and grill for an additional 6-8 minutes until it is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit (always check using a meat thermometer). The thinner edges will cook quicker, so make sure you measure the temperature in the thicket part of the char fillet.
Remove char from grill pan, and serve on a big platter, with a little salt and pepper and any remaining lemon.

Notes

Substitutions and Variations

You can change up the spices on the char to suit your tastes! Try it with olive oil, lemon, and some fresh herbs like dill or parsley.

Skip the brown sugar, or you can swap in a natural sweetener like maple syrup, honey, or agave.

For a gluten free version, substitute the soy sauce for a gluten-free one or use tamari or gluten free coconut aminos instead.

Nutrition

Calories: 339kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 370mgPotassium: 894mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 77IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 2mg

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