Grilled Branzino with Korean Seasoning Sauce

Mince the garlic cloves.

Chop the green onions, reserving some for garnish later.

In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped green onions (not reserved), soy sauce, gochugaru, and sesame oil. Mix well to create the seasoning sauce.

Thinly slice the small onion.

Place the sliced onion in a bowl of cold water, separate the rings, then drain and wash thoroughly to remove sharpness and keep it crisp.

Preheat your broiler to 500°F (260°C).

Score the branzino fish on both sides with diagonal cuts.

Season the branzino with salt, rubbing it evenly inside and out, ensuring it gets into the scored cuts.

Brush the branzino with olive oil on both sides.

Lightly oil the broiler rack to prevent sticking.

Place the seasoned and oiled branzino on the prepared broiler rack.

Broil the fish for 5 minutes until golden brown.

Carefully flip the branzino over and broil for another 4-5 minutes until the other side is also golden brown and the fish is cooked through.

Remove the grilled branzino from the oven and transfer it to a serving plate.

Spoon the Korean seasoning sauce generously over the grilled fish.

Garnish the fish with the prepared sliced onion, the reserved chopped green onion, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.