Smoked Rockfish
This delicious smoked rockfish recipe is a simple and easy way to enjoy fresh fish. With a few simple ingredients and basic grilling skills, you can create a dish that's packed with incredible flavor and aroma.
Equipment
- Grill (charcoal or gas)
- Grill basket (optional)
- Food processor (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 to 3- pound fresh rockfish filets
- Coarse salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Fresh lemon juice and lemon slices
- Wood chips cherry, alder, apple, or any aromatic wood
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to 225-250°F and add your wood chips to the smoker box or directly to the coals.
- Rinse and pat dry the rockfish filets, and season with salt and black pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar with some olive oil to make a basting sauce.
- Place the fish on the grill skin-side down over indirect heat and smoke for 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
- Baste the fish with the brown sugar and olive oil mixture every 5-7 minutes throughout the cooking process.
- Remove the fish from the grill and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top. Garnish with lemon slices and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make sure to use fresh rockfish and purchase it from a reputable fish monger or fish market.
- Experiment with different types of wood chips and seasonings to create your own unique flavor profile.
YOUR OWN NOTE
Nutrition
Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 42gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 113mgSodium: 172mgPotassium: 894mgSugar: 13gVitamin A: 34IUCalcium: 43mgIron: 1mg
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