Jul 14 2026
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Grilled Copper Drum Recipe

Inspired by The Grove
Time1h 30m
Serves4

fire roasted corn, summer corn squash, corn fritters, leeks, red bell pepper, sweet corn aioli & tabasco honey

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Ingredients

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Fish

Fire Roasted Corn

Summer Corn Squash

Corn Fritters

Sweet Corn Aioli

Tabasco Honey

Vegetables

Method

Preparation of Fish

  1. 1

    Marinate the Copper Drum

    In a bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Add the Copper Drum fillets and coat them well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Fire Roasted Corn

  1. 2

    Roast the Corn

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the fresh corn on the grill and roast for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred. Once roasted, brush with butter and sprinkle with salt.

Summer Corn Squash

  1. 3

    Cook the Squash

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced summer squash. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the squash is tender. Season with salt.

Corn Fritters

  1. 4

    Mix Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine fresh corn kernels, all-purpose flour, eggs, baking powder, chopped green onions, and salt. Mix until just combined.

  2. 5

    Fry the Fritters

    In a deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Drop spoonfuls of the corn mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Sweet Corn Aioli

  1. 6

    Prepare the Aioli

    In a blender, combine mayonnaise, fresh corn kernels, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Tabasco Honey

  1. 7

    Mix Honey and Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine honey and Tabasco sauce. Mix well until fully blended.

Vegetables

  1. 8

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.

Grilling Fish

  1. 9

    Grill the Copper Drum

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated Copper Drum fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

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