Whole Roasted Pompano

whole pompano

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole pompano, roughly 1½ to 2 pounds*
  • 2 tsp. pink sea salt
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 6–8 sprigs fresh dill
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced

Preparing the fish: The only cleaning required for the pompano is to gut the fish. Rinse well with cold water both inside and outside, allow to dry, then rub all over with olive oil and sea salt (inside the cavity as well).

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place the fish on a sheet pan over a few sprigs of fresh dill, then stuff the inside loosely with lemon slices and remaining dill. Roast for 18–20 minutes, or until done. The internal temperature of the meat should reach 145 degrees. Allow to cool slightly, then serve whole.

Recipe from Chef Jon Bonnell’s Waters, Fine Coastal Cuisine.

By Published On: October 30, 2017Categories: GeneralComments Off on Whole Roasted Pompano

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Reel Surprise Charters1 day ago
This is amazing, and such a beautiful tribute. We are so thankful for the outpouring of love we’ve received by so many. 💙 Thank you Captain Mike. 💙
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Thank you all for your heartfelt messages and kind words, we truly appreciate every one of them. The love and support shown during this time has meant more to us than we can express. Our charter office will be closed on Friday as we gather to celebrate and honor the life of Randy. We are grateful for your understanding and continued support.
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It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Captain Randy, a true friend and cherished part of our community.

Randy Wayne Boggs, 61, of Baldwin County, AL, passed away on January 2, 2026. He was born August 28, 1964, in Pell City, AL, to the late Clayton Franklin and Georgia Edna Kent Boggs.

Randy was a man of many talents – a journeyman tool and die machinist, a registered nurse and a USCG licensed 100-ton captain. Randy never met a stranger and was always ready to help anyone in need; especially a boat captain that needed that certain part that Randy just happened to have. Of the many captains and deckhands that worked with or for Randy, he has been described as a best friend, a mentor, and a father-like figure. If you worked with Randy, you were not just another employee, you became a part of his family. Randy enjoyed sharing his love of the outdoors with others and always strived to create more outdoorsmen (women) in today’s world. Randy enjoyed sharing his knowledge and stories, especially about his trips to Africa.

Randy is survived by his wife, Susan, and their daughter, Elizabeth; his seven beloved Blue Lacy dogs; his siblings Jimmy Boggs, Joyce Runyans, Billy Boggs and Jane (Dennis) Simmons, and other extended family and friends.

On Friday, January 9, 2026, visitation will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., followed by a Celebration of Life at his residence. The burial is scheduled for Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. on his farm located in Lowndes County, Alabama.

Mack Funeral Home in Robertsdale, AL is handling arrangements. Please donate to a charity of your choice instead of sending flowers.