5 Delicious Way to Cook Barramundi Fillet

If you are looking for a healthy, versatile, and delicious white fish, barramundi is a top choice. Known for its mild flavor, flaky texture, and high omega-3 content, barramundi is perfect for a wide variety of cooking methods from simple home meals to gourmet restaurant dishes.

In this post, we will share five easy and mouthwatering ways to cook barramundi fillet that bring out its clean, buttery taste and make the most of this sustainably raised fish.

🐟 What Makes Barramundi So Great?

Before we dive into the recipes, here is why barramundi is quickly becoming one of the most popular fish choices worldwide:

• ✅ Mild, non-fishy flavor (great for both kids and adults)

• ✅ High in omega-3 fatty acids (great for heart & brain)

• ✅ Low in mercury and contaminants

• ✅ Works with many seasonings, spices, and cooking styles

Whether you are grilling, steaming, pan-frying, or baking, barramundi fillet adapts beautifully.

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🔥 1. Grilled Barramundi with Garlic & Lemon Butter

Grilling brings out the natural oils in the fish and gives it a light smoky flavor.

✅ Ingredients:

• 1–2 fresh barramundi fillets

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 garlic cloves (minced)

• Juice of 1 lemon

• Salt & black pepper

• Chopped parsley

👉 Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high.

2. Season fillets with salt and pepper.

3. In a small pan, melt butter and stir in garlic and lemon juice.

4. Grill fillets skin-side down for 4–5 minutes, then flip and grill for another 2–3 minutes.

5. Brush with garlic-lemon butter while grilling.

6. Garnish with parsley and serve with grilled vegetables or rice.

Pro Tip: Use a fish grilling basket or foil if your grill tends to stick.

 

 

🍳 2. Pan-Seared Barramundi with Crispy Skin

This is one of the fastest and easiest ways to cook barramundi ideal for weeknight dinners.

✅ Ingredients:

• Fresh barramundi fillets (skin on)

• Olive oil

• Salt & pepper

• Lemon wedges

👉 Instructions:

1. Pat the skin dry with a paper towel (this helps it crisp up).

2. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

3. Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.

4. Place fillets skin-side down and cook without moving for 3–4 minutes.

5. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes.

6. Serve with lemon wedges and a side salad or mashed potatoes.

Crispy skin lovers — this one’s for you!

 

 

🍛 3. Barramundi Coconut Curry (Asian Style)

This Southeast Asian–inspired coconut curry is aromatic, comforting, and packed with flavor.

✅ Ingredients:

• 2 barramundi fillets (cut into chunks)

• 1 can coconut milk

• 1 tbsp curry paste (red or yellow)

• 1 onion, sliced

• 1 tbsp fish sauce

• 1 tsp sugar

• Fresh basil or coriander

👉 Instructions:

1. Sauté onions in oil until soft.

2. Stir in curry paste and cook for 1 minute.

3. Add coconut milk, fish sauce, and sugar.

4. Add barramundi chunks and simmer gently for 8–10 minutes until cooked.

5. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with jasmine rice.

A fantastic way to introduce barramundi into Asian cooking!

 

 

🥗 4. Steamed Barramundi with Soy, Ginger & Spring Onion

Steaming keeps the fish moist and lets its natural flavor shine  a favorite method in Chinese cuisine.

✅ Ingredients:

• 1 whole barramundi fillet

• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger (julienned)

• 2 stalks spring onion (sliced)

• 2 tbsp light soy sauce

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

👉 Instructions:

1. Place fillet on a heat-proof plate inside a steamer.

2. Top with ginger and spring onions.

3. Steam over high heat for 8–10 minutes (depending on thickness).

4. Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil before serving.

Light, healthy, and deeply satisfying.

 

 

🍽️ 5. Oven-Baked Barramundi with Herbs & Cherry Tomatoes

This oven-baked method is simple, healthy, and works great for meal prep or dinner parties.

✅ Ingredients:

• Barramundi fillets

• Cherry tomatoes

• Garlic cloves (whole)

• Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley)

• Olive oil

• Salt & pepper

👉 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Place fillets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

3. Scatter cherry tomatoes, garlic, and herbs.

4. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt & pepper.

5. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the fish flakes easily.

Serve with roasted potatoes or couscous for a complete meal.

 

 

🛒 Where to Get Fresh Barramundi?

Looking to try these recipes? Get your fresh barramundi fillet directly from a sustainable, local source:

👉 Shop Fresh Barramundi Fillets Here

Our fish is raised in clean, open-sea farms in Singapore — antibiotic-free, hormone-free, and harvested fresh for your table.

 

 

📌 Final Tips for Cooking Barramundi:

• Don’t overcook – it’s ready when it flakes easily

• Always pat fillets dry before pan-searing or grilling

• Season simply — lemon, salt, and herbs are all you need

• Use the skin! It crisps up beautifully when cooked right