Grouper Parmesan Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 fresh grouper fillets (6 ounces each), skin removed and patted dry
• Salt (to taste)
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
• Grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup
• Panko bread crumbs 1 cup
• Garlic powder 1 teaspoon
• Dried Italian herbs 1 teaspoon
• Salt ½ teaspoon
• Freshly ground black pepper ½ teaspoon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon sugar (to balance acidity)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (to serve)