Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Smoked Lough Neagh Eel Fillet, a dish that seamlessly blends tradition and innovation. The tender eel fillets are marinated in smoked paprika and garlic, then grilled to perfection, creating a culinary masterpiece that is both visually stunning and delicious. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner, this recipe will impress guests and elevate your cooking game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Lough Neagh eel fillets (approximately 200g each)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the eel fillets under cold water and pat dry.
- Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the fillets; sprinkle with smoked paprika and minced garlic. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F/175°C). Grill the eel fillets for about 4-5 minutes per side until flaky.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over grilled fillets and garnish with chopped herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eel fillet (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg