Sea bream fillet with Martini Cocktail Rub: sea meets Barbecue
- ginbugin
- Sep 8
- 3 min read
September is the month of new beginnings, but also the perfect time to enjoy the taste of summer. And what better way to do so than by bringing the sea directly to your barbecue? Today I'm sharing a recipe that combines the delicacy of sea bream with the freshness of BUGIN's Martini Cocktail Rub: an elegant and original dish designed to impress even the most discerning palates.
The star is a sea bream fillet cooked in the Pit Barrel, a method that ensures delicate smoking and even cooking. The combination with the Martini Cocktail Rub offers light yet complex aromatic notes, perfect for enhancing the fish's natural sweetness.
Why choose sea bream (or sea bass)
Sea bream is a prized Mediterranean fish, highly prized for its firm, flavorful white meat. It's rich in protein, low in fat, and high in Omega-3, making it an excellent addition to a healthy, balanced diet. Alternatively, you can use sea bass, which shares similar characteristics and is equally versatile in the kitchen.
The secret of the recipe: the BUGIN gin vinaigrette
What makes this dish special is the BUGIN gin vinaigrette, a light dressing that adds freshness and an aromatic touch that ties all the ingredients together. Paired with Martini Cocktail oil, it enhances the aromas and creates a perfect balance of seafood, spices, and herbs. It's this detail that transforms a simple fish fillet into a refined and surprising dish.
How to Prepare Sea Bream Fillet with Martini Cocktail Rub
Fish Preparation: Clean and dry the sea bream fillets thoroughly. It's important to remove excess moisture to ensure crispier skin during cooking.
Quick Marination: Gently rub the fillets with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and dust them evenly with BUGIN Martini Cocktail Rub. This step is sufficient to add aroma without overpowering the sea bream's natural flavor.
Pit Barrel Cooking: Hang or place the fillets on the Pit Barrel grill, whose unique shape ensures even heat distribution. Indirect, smoky cooking keeps the meat tender and juicy.
Finish with Vinaigrette: Prepare a vinaigrette by emulsifying extra virgin olive oil, a few drops of BUGIN gin, salt, and a drizzle of Martini Cocktail oil. Drizzle over the fillets as soon as they're cooked.
The result is a fresh, fragrant, and harmonious dish: the sea meets the world of cocktails in a combination that evokes summer even in September.
An uncompromising recipe
As always, BUGIN Cocktail Rubs are free of alcohol, preservatives, and colorings. Only salt, herbs, and select spices, designed to evoke the most iconic cocktails and bring an innovative twist to grilled fish, meat, vegetables, and even fruit.
Sea Bream Fillet with Martini Cocktail Rub is a recipe that celebrates the blend of Mediterranean tradition and contemporary creativity. Easy to prepare, light yet full of character, it's perfect for those who want to keep the summer spirit alive even in the early days of September.
Recipe: pitmaster Andrea Critelli @pitmassivebbq
Products and video: BUGIN @ginbugin
Why choose BUGIN Cocktail Rubs?
BUGIN Cocktail Rubs contain no alcohol, preservatives, or colorings. They are refined blends of herbs and spices reminiscent of the most iconic cocktails. Versatile and easy to use, they are perfect for meat, fish, vegetables, and even grilled fruit. Whether you choose Gin Mule Rub or Mojito Rub, you'll create fragrant, intense, and unforgettable dishes.
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