Smoked Haddock

Directions

1. 1
   Place the haddock fillets in a sealable plastic bag. Add vinegar, olive oil and garlic and gently mix to ensure the fillets are well coated. Place in the fridge to marinate for 30 minutes.
2. 2
   Place 1 cup of the wood chips in water to soak for 30 minutes.
3. 3
   Place a drip pan under the grill grate on one side of the grill. Preheat the grill on the opposite side of the drip pan to high heat.
4. 4
   Prepare a smoke package by placing 1 cup of wet wood chips and 2 cups of dry together in the center of a large piece of foil. Close the foil around the chips and fold the edges in to make a sealed package. Using a fork, poke holes in both sides of the package.
5. 5
   Place the package directly on top of the heat source (coals or gas flame) and wait for smoke. Add wine and thyme to the drip pan.
6. 6
   Remove fish from fridge. Place a piece of foil on top of the grill where there is no direct heat - over the drip pan. Again using a fork, poke holes in the foil for the smoke to permeate through. Carefully place the delicate marinated fish on the foil and close the lid. Reduce the heat to 220 F (110 C) under the wood chip package to medium and leave the fish to smoke for 1 1/2 hours.
7. 7
   Prepare a second smoke package (soak 1 cup of chips for 30 minutes prior to making second package). Replace the first smoke package with the new package after 45 minutes.