Steckerlfisch: Grilled fish on a stick, typically served with beer
Experience a classic Bavarian delight with our Grilled Herb-Marinated Steckerlfisch. A traditional treat often found in beer gardens and during festivities in Germany, this delicious fish on a stick is marinated with a blend of herbs and grilled to perfection over a bed of glowing coals. Follow along to learn how to create this authentic and sensational dish at home.
Ingredients:
- 2 whole trout (rainbow trout recommended), cleaned and gutted
- Fresh herbs: parsley, rosemary, and thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chili flakes (optional, to taste)
- High-quality olive oil
- Wooden sticks, approximately 70-75 cm in length, sharpened at one end
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Servings: 2
Equipment: Charcoal grill, mortar and pestle, brush for marinating, sharp knife
Instructions:
1. Take your cleaned fish and carefully skewer it onto your pre-soaked wooden stick. Ensure to slide the stick along the spine, avoiding the belly cavity, so the fish doesn't slip off while grilling.
2. Using a sharp knife, make a few diagonal incisions on each side of the fish. This helps the seasoning to penetrate better.
3. Prepare the marinade by finely chopping fresh herbs—parsley and rosemary—and placing them into a mortar. Add minced garlic and crush the ingredients into a paste.
4. To the herb mixture, add chilli flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
5. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon and pour in a generous amount of olive oil. Crush and mix all the ingredients to create a smooth marinade.
6. Using a brush, apply the marinade thoroughly inside the belly cavity and across all sides of the fish, working it into the incisions.
7. Preheat your charcoal grill. Using lump charcoal is recommended for the best flavor, avoid using briquettes.
8. Place the fish approximately 10 centimeters above the glowing coals, without the need for a grilling grate. Grill the fish, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred on the outside, about 10-15 minutes depending on the heat and size of the fish.
9. Once done, remove the fish from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your Grilled Herb-Marinated Steckerlfisch with a squeeze of fresh lemon, alongside your favorite sides and perhaps a cool, frothy German beer.
Cooking Tips:
- Soak your wooden sticks in water before skewering the fish to prevent them from burning during the grilling process.
- Adjust the height of the fish from the coals if you see it cooking too quickly or not quick enough.
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This delicious recipe is brought to you by Kochen & Küche - Genuss seit über 40 Jahren. Enhance your grilling game by trying this German classic at home, and be sure to visit their YouTube channel for more culinary inspiration at https://www.youtube.com/@kochen-kueche
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Steckerlfisch: Grilled fish on a stick, typically served with beer
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