Grilled Bluefish with Herb Marinade

Ingredients:

• – 4 bluefish fillets (about 6-8 ounces each)
• – Salt and pepper to taste

For the Herb Marinade:

• – 1/4 cup olive oil
• – 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• – 2 garlic cloves, minced
• – 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• – 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
• – 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• – 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• – 1/2 teaspoon honey
• – Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Marinade**:

   – In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dill, thyme, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.

2. **Marinate the Bluefish**:

   – Place the bluefish fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the fish, making sure it is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a more intense flavor.

3. **Preheat the Grill**:

   – Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

4. **Grill the Bluefish**:

• – Remove the bluefish fillets from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with additional salt and pepper if desired.
• – Place the fillets on the grill, skin side down if the skin is on. Grill for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

5. **Serve**:

• – Transfer the grilled bluefish fillets to serving plates.
• – Garnish with additional fresh herbs and lemon wedges if desired.

This grilled bluefish is excellent served with a side of grilled vegetables, a fresh salad, or a bed of rice. Enjoy the delicious, herby flavors and the tender texture of this versatile fish!