Our Top 5 Fish Marinades
March 14, 2025•By CJ

Looking to elevate your seafood dishes? These five marinades add bold flavours and tenderise fish perfectly. From zesty citrus to savoury miso, these simple recipes will transform your next meal. Read on for easy preparation and step-by-step instructions!
1. Lemon Garlic Herb Marinade
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Preparation:
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Pour over fish and marinate for 30 minutes before grilling or baking.
2. Soy Ginger Marinade
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Preparation:
- Whisk ingredients together in a bowl.
- Marinate fish for at least 20 minutes before pan-searing or broiling.
3. Coconut Curry Marinade
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 tsp salt
Preparation:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Let fish marinate for 1 hour before baking or grilling.
4. Honey Mustard Marinade
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Preparation:
- Stir ingredients until smooth.
- Coat fish and marinate for 30 minutes before roasting or air frying.
5. Miso Sesame Marinade
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp grated ginger
Preparation:
- Blend ingredients into a smooth paste.
- Marinate fish for at least 1 hour before baking or pan-searing.
Final Thoughts
Each of these marinades brings out the best flavours in fish while keeping it moist and tender. Whether you’re grilling, baking, or pan-searing, these simple recipes will elevate your seafood dishes.
For more seafood recipes and inspiration, visit our recipes section!
Happy cooking!