The "Big One's" Grilled Bluefish

The "Big One's" Grilled Bluefish is a savory and flavorful dish that features a whole side of bluefish marinated with a unique blend of mayonnaise, gin, and fresh herbs. This grilled fish is perfect for a summer barbecue or a special gathering.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Barbecue

Servings servings

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

1 whole skin-on side of bluefish (about 4 pounds) , scaled
½ cup Hellmann's or Best Foods mayonnaise
¼ cup Beefeater or other dry London-style gin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 or 2 lemons, sliced into ¼-inch-thick rounds
¼ cup fresh dill fronds

Wine Paring

red blend

Instructions

Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for direct, medium-heat grilling. Cover a rimmed baking sheet with a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil, then drizzle the foil with the canola oil and use a pastry brush to brush the oil all over the foil.
Place the fish skin-side down on the foil. Spread the mayonnaise over the flesh side of the fish, then sprinkle with the gin. Season generously with salt and pepper, then place the lemon slices evenly over the fish. There should be enough lemon slices to cover the fish. If not, slice another lemon.
Transfer the fish—with the foil still beneath it—to the grill grate. You may need help to do this; an extra set of hands helps complete this step with ease. With a pair of tongs, curl the edges of the foil around the fish, but do not completely enclose the fish in the foil.
Cover the grill (if using charcoal, open the vents) and cook until the fish flakes easily when the tip of a paring knife is inserted into the fleshy side, 10 to 12 minutes. Carefully transfer the fish (still on its sheet of foil) back onto the rimmed baking sheet.
Let the fish cool for a minute, then use a spatula to transfer it to a platter. Remove and discard the lemon slices, garnish with the fresh dill, and serve immediately.

Notes

A rich dish like this grilled Bluefish needs a wine with body and tannins to chill it out, and this French red is ready for the challenge. Head to our wine shop and get a bottle, or three, for yourself and complete the culinary experience!

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Keyword blue fish, bluefish, grilled

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In his debut cookbook, chef Matt Jennings honors the iconic foods of his heritage and celebrates the ingredients that define his renowned approach to cooking. A four-time James Beard Award nominee, Jennings is a culinary innovator known for his unexpected uses of traditional northern ingredients including maple syrup, seafood, and cider. With over 100 vibrant recipes— including modern spins on New England staples like clam chowder, brown bread, and Boston cream whoopie pies, as well as beloved dishes from Jennings’s award-winning restaurant, Townsman—Homegrown shines a spotlight on a trailblazing chef and pays homage to America’s oldest cuisine.

The “Big One’s” Grilled Bluefish