Smoked Spanish Mackeral Appetizer

ABBD

Ten Pointer
Contributor
I wanted to try something a little different with the mess of Spanish mackeral I caught over the summer. With the Holiday season fast approaching, I wanted to add to the wild game meals we already enjoy preparing on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Total start to finish time on this for me was around 8 hrs ( 1.5 hrs of actual hands on) with the majority of that time attributed to brining the fish. It’s really pretty simple, so don’t be intimidated and give it a go. Some people would call this a “terrine”.... I just call it good. My family devoured it in no time!

Ingredients:

- 16 oz of Spanish mackeral fillets
- 8oz of cream cheese
- 1/4 cup green onion * I’ll use red onion next go round.
- 1 radish chopped
- 2 tablespoons of dill or other fresh herbs
- Zest of one lemon
- Dash of black pepper and nutmeg
- Dash of Texas Pete

Preparation:

1) Dry brine the fillets with half cup of 50/50 brown sugar/salt. Let it sit in fridge for 5-6hrs.

2) Rinse fillets off and pat dry. Return to fridge for another 1hr.

3) Smoke at 215 degrees for 35 min.
*This may vary pending on fillet thickness. I used pecan wood for this particular recipe. Remove and place in fridge for 30 min. to rest. Pick apart and set aside.

4) Mix softened cream cheese to a fluffy texture FIRST. This is a must or you will have trouble combining the remaining ingredients.

5) Add all ingredients except the smoked fish and mix well. Add fish last and use a spoon to fold it in the mixture careful to not break up the fish chunks to much.

6) Place on cling wrap and form desired shape. I chose log form to slice. Put in fridge and let it firm back up.

Garnish however you want and eat with crackers or toasted bread. Trust me when I tell you it will not last long! Enjoy!
 
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Eric Revo

Old Mossy Horns
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Oh My !!!..that's some kinda good stuff there. We used to use king or tuna and a very similar recipe and can it. The jars didn't last long either. Everything's good when it sits on a Ritz.
 

HarryNC

Eight Pointer
Looks very tasty! I was never much for eating bluefish until I smoked them and made them into a dip. It's a good way to use them when the Spanish aren't biting.
 

Hevi 13. Anson

Twelve Pointer
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ABBD we tried your recipe last night with fresh tuna. It was awesome wanted to take pics but guest devoured it. Will double recipe next time. Thanks
 

ABBD

Ten Pointer
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It’s that time of year again! This app has already been requested for several gatherings. Thinking about mixing in smoked mullet this year...I’m almost out of Spaniards.
 

ABBD

Ten Pointer
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Starting a double batch now...

This time I will forgo the nutmeg and add:

Garlic powder
Little Chipotle chili powder
Little Paprika
 
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I wanted to try something a little different with the mess of Spanish mackeral I caught over the summer. With the Holiday season fast approaching, I wanted to add to the wild game meals we already enjoy preparing on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Total start to finish time on this for me was around 8 hrs ( 1.5 hrs of actual hands on) with the majority of that time attributed to brining the fish. It’s really pretty simple, so don’t be intimidated and give it a go. Some people would call this a “terrine”.... I just call it good. My family devoured it in no time!

Ingredients:

- 16 oz of Spanish mackeral fillets
- 8oz of cream cheese
- 1/4 cup green onion * I’ll use red onion next go round.
- 1 radish chopped
- 2 tablespoons of dill or other fresh herbs
- Zest of one lemon
- Dash of black pepper and nutmeg
- Dash of Texas Pete

Preparation:

1) Dry brine the fillets with half cup of 50/50 brown sugar/salt. Let it sit in fridge for 5-6hrs.

2) Rinse fillets off and pat dry. Return to fridge for another 1hr.

3) Smoke at 215 degrees for 35 min.
*This may vary pending on fillet thickness. I used pecan wood for this particular recipe. Remove and place in fridge for 30 min. to rest. Pick apart and set aside.

4) Mix softened cream cheese to a fluffy texture FIRST. This is a must or you will have trouble combining the remaining ingredients.

5) Add all ingredients except the smoked fish and mix well. Add fish last and use a spoon to fold it in the mixture careful to not break up the fish chunks to much.

6) Place on cling wrap and form desired shape. I chose log form to slice. Put in fridge and let it firm back up.

Garnish however you want and eat with crackers or toasted bread. Trust me when I tell you it will not last long! Enjoy!
Every year i look forward to it at christmas , so dont forget mine this year sir..lol
 
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