Barramundi is a versatile Australian fish you can cook in plenty of different ways. It has a sweet, mild taste and firmness that can hold its own as the primary protein on a plate, or work in curries, stews and salad recipes.
From barramundi fillet pan-fried in a lemon butter sauce to delicious coconut dhal with barramundi, pasta dishes and our version of fancy fish and chips with baked barramundi with smashed potatoes, here are our best barramundi recipes to have on repeat.
Served with a deliciously creamy side of colcannon.
Barramundi with Grenobloise sauce and colcannon
This pan-fried barramundi recipe includes a classic French Grenobloise sauce and potato colcannon for an easy and comforting dinner.
Photo: Chris Court
(Credits: Chris Court)Jerk-rubbed barramundi with dirty rice
This whole barramundi recipe takes just 45 minutes and is packed with flavour.
Roast barramundi with kale, fennel and broccoli slaw
This dish is tasty, fresh and fast to make.
Barramundi en croûte
(Credits: William Meppem)Barramundi en croûte
When you want to impress seafood fans, this Donovan Cooke recipe is ideal.
Coconut lentil dhal with barramundi
This recipe gives comforting dhal is a protein and flavour hit, thanks to the fish and coconut milk.
Crisp fish, green mango and roast coconut salad
This Asian-inspired salad is crispy and crunchy, with the barramundi cooked in a deep fryer or wok.
Spaghetti con pesce d’acqua dolce (spaghetti with freshwater fish)
(Credits: Ben Dearnley)Pendolino’s spaghetti con pesce d’acqua dolce (spaghetti with freshwater fish)
Light and fresh, this pasta recipe from Sydney’s Pendolino was so good we had to include it.
Pendolino’s spaghetti con pesce d’acqua dolce (spaghetti with freshwater fish)
Lee Ho Fook’s steamed barramundi, chilli black beans and pickled mustard greens
The subtle sweet flavour of barramundi is perfectly complemented by punchy flavours in this recipe by Victor Liong from Melbourne’s Lee Ho Fook.
Lee Ho Fook’s steamed barramundi, chilli black beans and pickled mustard greens
Sour curry of barramundi
(Credits: William Meppem)Sour curry of barramundi
This light, South-East Asian style curry really lets the fish shine.
Coconut-poached barramundi with pumpkin and snake beans
Tender fish and vibrant Thai flavours make this recipe a classic.
Steamed barramundi with shiitake rice
Steaming is a great way to lock-in moisture in, making it an easy starting point when you’re new to cooking fish.
Pan-fried barramundi with eggplant and miso purée
Creamy eggplant and rich miso will make this dish a fast favourite.
Barramundi with cavolo nero and capers
A classic recipe that balances the flavour if the fish with greens and tangy capers.
Barramundi en papillote
This French recipe looks and sounds fancy, but is surprisingly fast to make.
Roast barramundi with kipfler potatoes and celeriac
When you want a heartier meal with fish, this recipe is one to consider.
Wild barramundi, cavolo nero and spanner crab
This dish balances the richness of the seafood with cavolo nero leaves, as well as herbs and spices.
Christine Manfield’s spiced barramundi with tomato-chilli pickle
This dish is packed with flavour and crunch from the crispy-skinned barramundi.
Christine Manfield’s spiced barramundi with tomato-chilli pickle
Son in Law’s crisp barramundi fillets with roasted chilli, mint and coriander
A favourite from Melbourne restaurant Son in Law, with spice and zest that’s just right.
Son in Law’s crisp barramundi fillets with roasted chilli, mint and coriander
Barbecued barramundi with macadamia romesco
Barramundi could quickly become a barbie favourite with this recipe.
Barramundi with braised green beans, dill and mint
(Credits: William Meppem)Barramundi with braised green beans, dill and mint
This dish pairs classic flavours with the fish, alongside green beans that could become a favourite on their own.
Baked barramundi with pepperleaf mayonnaise
Pair this dish with salt and vinegar potatoes for a very fancy twist on fish and chips.
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