Smoky Cedar Plank Whole Trout
Learn a traditional method for preparing trout. The smoke of the wood from the cedar plank really enhances the flavor resulting in a delicious fish.
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- Serves: 4 persons
Ingredients
- 1untreated cedar plank large enough to fit the fish
- 2(12-ounce) whole trout (gutted and cleaned)
- 3tablespoons olive oil
- 1teaspoon coarse salt
- 1teaspoon black pepper
- 1lemon (sliced thinly)
- ½cup fresh dill (chopped)
Instructions
Step 1
Gather the ingredients.Step 2
Submerge the cedar plank in water for 1 hour.Step 3
Preheat grill.Step 4
Lightly coat inside and outside of each trout with olive oil. Season inside with salt and pepper and stuff with lemon slices and dill.Step 5
Place soaked cedar plank on grill over direct medium heat.Step 6
When cedar plank starts to smoke, place fish on the plank.Step 7
Grill for about 15 minutes or until the fish is done (reaching an internal temperature of 145 F). The flesh should be opaque and flake easily.Step 8
Once cooked, remove from grill and serve.