Description
A mouthwatering grilled rockfish dish awaits you. This recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. The natural taste of rockfish shines through in this simple yet flavorful preparation.
Your taste buds will love the perfect blend of creamy sauce and crispy breadcrumb coating. Fresh dill, lemon, and garlic work together to boost the fish’s natural flavors and keep it moist on the grill.
Ingredients
Main Ingredient:
- 2 rockfish filets (approximately 16 ounces total)
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup mayo
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons BBQ rub
- Lemon zest
- Juice of one lemon
For the Breadcrumb Coating:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Lemon zest
- ½ tablespoon BBQ rub
Instructions
- Prepare Your Grill: Heat your grill to 425 degrees. This high temperature will give a proper sear and prevent sticking.
- Prep the Fish:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Place the filets on the paper
- Pat the filets dry with paper towels
- Make the Sauce:
- Mix mayo, sour cream, minced garlic, dill, BBQ rub, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a bowl
- Stir until combined
- Spread a thin layer of sauce on each filet
- Add the Coating:
- Combine breadcrumbs, dill, lemon zest, and BBQ rub in a separate bowl
- Cover the sauced filets evenly with the mixture
- Grill the Fish:
- Place your prepared filets on the hot grill
- Cook for about 15 minutes
- Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer – it should read 145 degrees in the thickest part
Notes
Clean and oil your grill grates before cooking to get the best results. The fish will release naturally from the grates once it’s ready to flip. Make sure frozen rockfish thaws completely before cooking. You can use walleye, catfish, halibut, or striped bass as alternatives. The sauce adds moisture and flavor during cooking. Serve with extra lemon wedges on the side for added zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American