Catch and SMOKE! Flathead Funky Eyed Flatfish Fiesta!

[@eveg4737]

"hey little seagull kiss my ass" lol best thing I heard from him

[@theuniversaleclipse2305]

I was just about to comment that. Once I heard hey little seagull, I was like "He's gonna talk sh!t to it" and then sure enough he did it. #F U seagulls

[@stephenTcartwright]

@7:52 "I didn't even fart, at all!"

[@Stupeflyer]

Made me spit out my water laughing lol. Was not expecting him to say that at all.

[@Original-Phantom]

Made actually laugh out loud but not that loud

[@AgyeiAttakorah]

Matts: "New rod, Shimano travella..." Me, laying in bed never fished a day in my life: "Cant go wrong with the Shimano travella tbh"

[@RipZavier]

Agyei Attakorah i like shimano but I prefer abu Garcia things

[@keengkai8175]

hahahaha same dude, same

[@CertifiedStepper]

Lmfaooo 😂😂

[@hanz101]

Way too true xD.

[@evan4856]

You need to try man, you can get yourself all hooked up for under $50 at wall mart or way cheaper at garage sales.

[@anthonyquinteros2033]

“Hey little seagull kiss my ass”, caught me off guard😂😂

[@Michael-eh2dq]

I feel like you’re at that perfect amount of beers in your system. Not drunk, just relaxed and not caring too much 😂

[@NikoHL]

He should care...

[@anthoonius_gabagoolius]

@@NikoHL nope.

[@LuisSanchez-dk7ne]

It's called marijuana bois

[@22cryptic61]

Nah he high as fuuucckkk

[@Lilcrump33]

Marinade halibut with lemon pepper & buttermilk. pan fry in butter you’ll love it the buttermilk takes it and makes it flaky and buttery

[@14richardm]

00:59 is what u came for, trust me. 😂

[@arthurpotokar3567]

this my favourite comment

[@whatcanihavethen]

That made me laugh so hard

[@slacktide_angler]

For Halibut I really like it steamed, topped with green onions, ginger then drizzled with piping hot peanut oil, sizzling it.. then topped with soy. Basically, Chinese style

[@FishermansLife]

That's how I'm gonna try it next time

[@wakeabyss]

We use coconut oil, all topped over rice. This is a favorite in our house. Also, blackened halibut tacos, so good!

[@calebspainhour7052]

*Per 1lb of meat* 2 tbsp honey 2 tbsp melted butter 1/2 lemon- juiced 2 tsp soy sauce 1/2 tsp pepper 2 cloves garlic- minced Mix it all together and marinate the fish! Slap it in a pan on high for about a minute and a half on each side. Turn the heat down to medium and cook each side for another 2-3 minutes or so! Love your videos man, keep it up!

[@benmathews2762]

You're the least problematic youtuber I follow. A+ content and personality

[@denmun9722]

butterG-O-D is the best content creator on youtube, hands down. humble, entertaining, and constantly giving up tips for butter living.

[@onefootfighter22]

@@denmun9722 you butter believe it !

[@1BulldogBob]

Totally agree. Not the besr fisherman. Filets okay, but not the besr. Doesn'even cook that well. Still, the best fishing videos, bar none! I LOVE his videos.

[@Hailexx]

Hey little seagull... *Kiss my ass!* 🤣 I liked the way you strung up your bait, can’t wait for more summer boating videos! I hope you’ll take some time to go out on some more camp and cooks as well, really loved the scenery when you went up to Siskiyou county.

[@truthseeker520]

I was drinking something. Shot out my nose 😂

[@denmun9722]

that was funny. and im definitely going to try hooking my next anchovy that way. tips for butter living ya'll

[@epistarter1136]

Timestamp???

[@stars301]

Epi Start er 0:59

[@SuperSuperNova]

Gabriel Rubio lol rip

[@johnj1445]

Dude your commentating was way more than usual.....and I loved it! Keep it coming bro!

[@ericlo4519]

"Damn, calhm yoh ahh down." Had me rolling.

[@YouTubehandle415]

I like this guy's personality. When he popped the fish eye out, I laughed so hard!

[@ianb.2575]

Because you're a sadist

[@SeymourNuts]

Ian B. Hey Ian, shut up

[@crissuko8244]

i love you i never even gone fishing but I’ve been binging your videos for days they’re so comfy to watch at night. Keep the good stuff going! 👍

[@lakailf]

You gotta go sometime!

[@etfremd]

It is very important to let it dry after the brine. This is called forming a pellicle. A critical step to increase flavor and keep the fish moist. I put my fish on racks and put a fan on them for 2-3 hours in a cool location. 180F is pretty hot also for smoking. I always like to use a wet brine rather than dry brine the fish so the fish retains more moisture. 👍🎣 Enjoy your video and hoped you would have limited out! 👍🎣

[@Wren6991]

Drying the fish makes it moist. Science is a fucking trip

[@funrob3able]

True statemant

[@rickyr7058]

I freaking love your vids and been watching for along time thank you and keep it up

[@FishermansLife]

Thanks! Hope you'll continue to watch!

[@deadpanfish]

Hi Matts. Just want to thank you again for what you do. You've inspired me to start fishing again. Today was my second day out this year and caught a variety of freshwater fish. Perch, bass, bluegill, a good mix. I'm all caught up on your vids and can't wait for more! Let's go!

[@toamataafa9463]

Would be a lot better with a block of butter n avocado..btw, good catch👍

[@rahulmaron]

yea.. butter and avocado never gets old

[@christianmarine4039]

Honestly love this guy, very humble and seems like a great person! I started fishing because of him!

[@joshshiffler4438]

he seems so much more happier than normal in this😂

[@krispvang8756]

On that cannabis dispensary

[@ziton5063]

Never can get enough of your videos! I sincerely appreciate all you do and how you do it, humbly and informationally. Lifelong fan here. Also you seemed to be in a giggly and humorous mood, def set the vibe for the vidja(: Appreciate u mane! Much love.

[@andrewkim1667]

So early, I already know this video is gonna be a BANGER

[@henlolneh]

who are u man are u andrew kim from millbrae california

[@Idtelos]

A banger right in the mouth.

[@dominicpersuitte4194]

Did u have a couple of drinks before this video lmao 😂😂

[@rickyruins2272]

Lmaooo

[@georgeanthony8640]

Fr

[@aisacirema7841]

Ahhaha this dude defo drunk

[@xManu9ox]

a couple of drinks before and after fishing really makes it a better experience.

[@ceceeatsall6883]

Who are these judgy people? #Don't feed the trolls. No fish for you! Lol

[@mauserdog7]

Can't go wrong with halibut tacos, just a simple beer batter deep fry. Corn tortillas, some tapatio mixed with sour cream, some lettuce and onion. Yum!

[@guenthersteiner8163]

To be fair, almost every fish tastes good when fried

[@Lioness006]

I cook halibut in salsa and then squeeze on some lime on a corn tortilla with cabbage and sweet onion and a little fresh cilantro, avocado, and pico de gallo.

[@davidyu470]

Gus is always my go to spot. Steph is a nice lady and helps me out all the time

[@jasiucasic]

Need more vids!! Haha idk why but yours are the best! Love to watch I think you are just a very entertaining nice friendly guy and we love to see you and hear you

[@patrickpeterson11]

No matter how many times I watch your videos, they are always entertaining. I can just keep watching them again and again.

[@toonmeuanghane9835]

It's been a long time since the last video nice to have you back

[@EKIM713]

Watching these videos on a friday morning always gets me pumped to go fishing on the weekends!!!

[@WHATdaFUNK123]

“Well just put the eye back in “ 😂😂

[@BoeingCrazy]

This guys the best man. He got me into fishing and I caught my first trout this week. Here’s to many more I hope

[@NBV_NiceGuy]

Man I don't mean to be greedy but I wish you uploaded more 😂

[@FishermansLife]

I know. I got two more videos coming soon. Diving and then a solo trip. Filmed and ready to edit

[@mattu.8062]

Fisherman's Life you da real mvp

[@brandonbugtai3924]

Been watching this guy since he was at 50k or something, i just subscribed because i really appreciated his passion in what hes doing, and now i just watch one of his vids and now he has a frickin boat! Denggg youve come far man! Anything can truly happen when you keep pushing and enjoy yourself

[@israelrivas134]

Man! I needed this kind of video right now! And yes Seagull kiss my @$$

[@FishingChef]

|LOLLLLL yes seagull kiss my ass!!HAHAHAHA

[@israelrivas134]

@@FishingChef #kissmy@$$

[@shoganai6152]

Over a year since you put out this video I know, but my Wifie made a pretty great Halibut Omelette with our leftover Hali meat. She shredded up the huge flakes then just added it to the eggs, along with the seasonings, tiny diced potatoes and green onion. It was really good and somehow sweetened up the meat to taste very similar to crab meat. She had done this with lingcod before but I mistook it for crab back then. Over rice or in a sammich with melted cheese, was deeeeliscious. Thanks for your videos, you’re one of the west coast fishing heroes that inspired me to get off my butt and go out into the sunlight, hit the beaches, streams and lakes. You sir, are appreciated. Peace brother. 😃🤙🏼🥃🎣

[@ArcKnightElite]

Did anyone else catch “THE STORE!” cover up at 5:20

[@maravilla6508]

Yes I've been looking for this comment.😂

[@hatchpatch29]

Love your videos, makes me want to go fishing! My favorite way to eat halibut is halibut ceviche. Freeze your filets first so it will be easier to cut them.. when still frozen and starting to thaw, cut them into tiny cubes. Add onion bell peppers, jalepeno, avacado, and tomatoes. Add freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice. The citrus acid cooks the fish pretty quick. then scoop up with tortilla chips! So good!

[@onthenext23rd]

Ive never fished in my life but i love watching your videos.!

[@Ge174]

let's go fishing bro..

[@countdookie6987]

Definitely a few drinks before this video LMAO

[@DeltaSpartan88]

5:19 "Just bought it the other day on sale from THE STORE!" killin me! haha!

[@denmun9722]

butterGod is such a basedbro in real life all of his various local vendors caters to him in one singular store. the guy is a fucking legend....

[@stefanvitale4850]

Mitch Hedberg quote?

[@DMSFJR3323]

Need more video Man lol. I've been watching your video's for almost 3 years now. Lol God bless

[@baycoastangler5741]

Gus's tackle is the spot bro. And the lady there is a really nice person. Awesome video by the way. I wanna get out and catch some halibut now. Tight lines bro 🎣🤙

[@billplman]

My personal favorite way to cook halibut is battered and fried, but using the right batter makes a big difference, personally I've had the best results using a thin tempura batter. Little bit of salt before the batter and your golden.

[@nicoqueralt18]

Love this channel. A very special hug from Spain💫

[@Olive_-uy8cj]

spain cool i am going there on tusday! where in spain do you live? i am going to seville and granada

[@nicoqueralt18]

Olive Seales Actually, I live in Madrid, but both Sevilla and Granada are really nice cities to visit as well. Enjoy the trip as much as you can:)

[@Olive_-uy8cj]

@@nicoqueralt18 thanks! i hope i will

[@Olive_-uy8cj]

@@nicoqueralt18 thanks i hope i will

[@shelliebrowning960]

Thanks for all the great videos you take the time to make . My husband and I really enjoy watching them.

[@ktime2037]

2018: a little bit of butter 2019: a little bit of salt the phrase "a little bit" works differently in this universe

[@spikejohnson4477]

Hey! Cracking video, always love watching your stuff! We get similar size halibut here in the UK - best way to cook it to keep the fish moist & tender is to poach it in warm oil - just heat the oil until it is slightly too hot to keep your finger in, then slide the seasoned fish in & maintain that heat for around 15 mins. Take the fish out very carefully, as it will be really easy to break it up, and you can also drain off the oil to get to the juices at the bottom of the pan - add some lemon juice & it's an amazing sauce! Cheers, Spike

[@DR-ow5rf]

You seem really energetic in this vid! I don’t know but I noticed 😆

[@mamasboi_]

D R I noticed too :0

[@kaspetto]

Love your vids. In China we bake it at a high temp. A little oil on the pan, fish in full fillet paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Thin slices of ginger over the top with slices of lemon and knobs of butter on the lemon. After baked (just after it isn't translucent) transfer to a plate. And all those juices pour over some steamed rice. Oh yeah, lots of people here will do the same thing but steaming the whole fish instead of baking.

[@Sinsation27]

Just picked this rod up from " T H E S T O R E " lol

[@codytowner3258]

Steph is the best, always super friendly and hooks it up on the swimbaits!

[@5starchris466]

I saw catch and smoke, and thought catch a fish then blaze after lol

[@BillyBob-mw7ho]

I mean he does live in sf so.. lol

[@draxxsklounst6595]

Stoner mentality lol

[@nickcain4311]

5star Chris that's funny as hell man lol

[@rickyruins2272]

Lmao

[@beatnuts323]

draxx Sklounst 😂

[@themikejulian]

So awesome that Joe Rogan watches your videos! Learned so much from your vids and they are so entertaining and relaxing. Caught my first lingcod off of the Fort Baker jetty cause of your tips man. Keep up the amazing work! **EDIT** Drying the meat before smoking allows the meat to create what's called a pellicle which allows the smoke to better adhere to the meat.

[@slimedfries5234]

“Hey little seagull” me: that’s nice “Kiss my ass” me: woah didn’t expect that

[@michaelmartizano8553]

Hope you keep posting. I binged almost all of your videos in like a week. Makes me want to pick up fishing with some friends.

[@noahskultety724]

Teriyaki sauce, honey, brown sugar and pineapple juice marinade. Pan cook with your favorite... butter! Great videos! -Noah

[@Lioness006]

Nice. I do something similar with orange juice, brown sugar, black pepper, soy sauce, and ginger in butter. I bake it in foil and it stays nice and moist.

[@zamdemoure]

Im just disappointed that yr channel have not reach a million subscribers yet soon maybe. U are so natural on camera. Keep up the good work!

[@cunninghamranch7827]

I've been waiting for another video.. I watch your vids when I can't go fishing myself!!

[@gregkerr725]

Another freezing fish tip. Place fish in an appropriate sized Tupperware styled container....cover with water...but leave enough room for the frozen water to expand. The fish when thawed will taste just like the day you caught it. Enjoyed the video. Wow...your channel has sure grown since I signed on and you only had a couple thousand subscribers! Congrats!

[@KDoeBeatz]

"I aint even fart..at all" 7:52

[@justmechillin5459]

Watching this video reminiscing this boat since you've gotten your new one ❤

[@seven113]

I agree salmon and rockfish are my top picks👌

[@jayren8717]

Hey Matt. My Dad loves fishing also. But most of the time my dad steams the rockfish as soon as they bring it back home. The ingredient contains green chopped onions, chopped ginger in slices, steam on high heat for 10 minutes. Then take it out on a tray base it with hot oil and add soil sauce, since you like butter a lot, maybe butter would be good for you, but I have never tried it with butter. I would really like to see you do that on one of the videos. Thank you

[@willyrh495]

Halibut is the best fish for CEVICHE, try that peruvian recipe it's amazing. You wont regret it. Cheers

[@lucianobezerra4380]

I love it in a tomatoe stool with shrimp, crab meat and clams...

[@mjo2303]

Doesn't it have too many worms to eat raw?

[@willyrh495]

@@mjo2303 it might have worms, just clean the fish. In Peruvian ceviche you cook the fish with lemon, so it is not raw

[@cameronculin2105]

My absolute favorite recipe for halibut is cutting it into thin 5cm slices then dipping them in a egg wash then into panko and fried in grape seed oil. the thinness of the fish allows you to cook it in 30-45 seconds and its super moist and flakey while still being crispy on the outside, You gotta go thin on the slices. Another good way is just a nice fillet on medium-low heat with some oil in the pan, some herbs are always a nice touch then depending on the size, like a 1lb fillet about 5 minutes each side but a easy way to tell is just by temp, get it 125f in the center and let it rest about 5-8 mins. And about 2 mins before you take it out thats when you put the butter in so it never burns and you get a nice piece of halibut that is very flakey and moist because on the low heat the water is not evaporating from inside the fish as much. I also love spinach with mashed potatoes as a side and clams or mussels are always an amazing addition. Hope this helps you for the future! I also prefer lingcod to halibut but it really depends on the dish! Great Video! keep up the amazing work!!!!

[@AndysVideoLog]

The best way for me to eat Halibut is sashimi with some red pepper sauce and soju. As a matter of fact, I'm going to go out right now to the restaurant eat halibut sashimi with a couple shots of soju.

[@tonywilliams3932]

Man I needed to watch this. I've been working on a ton of homework and needed a break. I died watching this, so funny.

[@WillLawlor]

Haha "Hey little seagull, kiss my ass" That actually made me laugh a little

[@monmartinez510]

Awesome video! 1 cup olive oil 2 tbsp soy sauce, 4 garlic cloves minced, some garlic salt, pepper and squeeze a whole lemon in there. Mix and brush onto the halibut and cook in a grill basket roughly 4 to 6 minutes per side. Add some mexican hot sauce and enjoy!

[@savageduran2626]

Bro I know you a fisherman and your main thing is bait so I’m happy you don’t click bait

[@23chrisbomb]

Love your channel bro. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

[@tylermuehlhauser7818]

Coat fillets in olive oil. Then add your lemon juice. Season salt, and pepper. Make sure to do both sides. Set on the grill and add more lemon juice. Salt and pepper as you go. When you flip it, you guessed it, add more lemon juice and salt n pepper. Do not over cook. Great for tacos with guac, or as a stand alone dish.

[@kennethrkuhn]

Love your video, for the flat fish (as in not oily) I wouldn’t brine it at all. I would try it lightly seasoned, smoke it until you have 160° take it off and enjoy it.

[@nbaumann89]

I sous vide my halibut and then sear with butter very quickly, can’t overlook it that way

[@Thoughtful8]

Awesome vids. Last time I saw you you had the smaller boat and you were talking about getting rid of it and getting a bigger one. I am happy that you are enjoying yourself

[@svtkilr]

Wow over 750k subs and I've been watching you when you had 1500 subs so crazy how you blew up congrats 🎉

[@FishermansLife]

It is crazy. Thanks!

[@svtkilr]

@@FishermansLife My dads a huge fan of yours aswell he binge watches your content. We all need to get on a livebait halibut trip this season we would love to meet and fish with you sometime. HERES A RECIPE WE got from our Alaska trip its it's called poor mans lobster 1 cut halibut in 3/4 inch chunks thawed 2. Boil 8 cups of water with 1/2 cup of sugar and 1//3 cup salt 3. Boil chunks for 60-90 seconds will start floating when this happens continue cooking for 30 secs more 4. Scoop out put on paper towel to dry let rest for 5-10 min 5. Melt butter and dip away Or???? you can sautee some white onions and butter and sautee halibut in it for 2-3 minutes and serve over white rice with fresh lemon squeezed over its delicious bro.. We hope to hear from you have a great weekend Matt.

[@houla]

Yeah, halibut is not really oily enough for smoking. Same with ling and RF. Now next time you run across some of those bigger mackerel we get around here, I HIGHLY suggest you smoke some of those. They turn out great! Just make sure you keep them very well iced. Just gut them and brine/smoke whole, head-on. Letting the fish dry after brining forms whats called the "pellicle" which supposed to be a pretty important step. I guess I've been lucky, but I always let it form a pellicle, and I have always been very pleased with the results. Love your vids .

[@abdulmoeez8229]

Brother You should at least upload videos twice a week, I really really love your videos........ Love from Pakistan.......

[@Donniemm]

Dude you have inspired me to go fishing, thank you so much! I’ve been following you for a while and finally went out there by myself, I didn’t catch anything but I’m learning and I know it’ll take some time. But thanks again man I appreciate all the work you put into these videos.

[@Tumblehill]

Totally would enjoy a scenic motovlog if you ever get a chance. Thank you for the great content

[@MrOEFVeteran]

Lemon juice, butter, dill... Cover with ritz cracker crumbs and bake. Can add crab meat and dices scallops with the cracker crumbs. This works for any slat water flat fish or bottom feeder fish. A little drizzle of olive oil before baking, or a brush with melted butter, will keep the cracker crumbs from burning

[@SkunkLard]

That Bay Area "accent" tho.... Hahah! Love it man, keep it up

[@portola45]

Yup raised on Chu Gomez and KMEL!

[@badbear4594]

Fishermans life this is the best video i have ever watched on youtube, great job, keep up the awesome work.

[@trevorcollins5943]

0:58 What did the seagull do to you. But anyway, I love your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@righteousron9570]

Whenever I cook halibut, I usually make fish tacos out of them. I make similar sized cuts from the fillet. Next, I beer batter them with half Louisiana fish fry mix and half Bisquick. I add a whole 11.2 oz Asahi or Sapporo beer and added water just to thin it out slightly. Not runny but not super thick. Then, take those fillets and dip them in a bowl of blended eggs prior to the batter. Cook them in some olive oil until golden brown. Turns out super delicious!! I serve them with either a flour tortilla or corn with homemade salsa...can't go wrong.

[@mariomorales8187]

Ya definitely keep your spots a secret. If someone knows because of landmarks so be it but don't kill someone's spot. Great video though. Can't wait to see more.

[@bjjb5059]

Sometimes I have to nap when I hit it hard to. Glad you seem to be having a bit more fun.

[@aaronphibianexotics1408]

Butter with just a little garlic salt or old bay, throw in wrapped aluminum foil grill it. GGOOOOOODDDDD AFFFFF

[@zachmann1249]

I don't know anything about halibut but I have an idea for you, it works wonders for me. Take your fillets (any fish/poultry is fine) and soak them in lightly salted water for about 30 minutes, take them out and give them a generous coating of olive oil, crushed peppercorns(ground pepper is ok) salt, lemon and butter. Wrap it in foil and toss it on the grill, should turn out like gold 👌

[@euipaik1102]

Man, those would make great sashimi!! Awesome video as always~

[@chriss8206]

A must of any boat fisherman especially for small boats is organization. If you keep your boat organized and clutter free landing fish is so easy. And don't over tackle. One guy ten rods tackle bait ropes etc. A cluttered deck is a stressful situation.

[@camrendewaard1323]

You know why I go fishing? Just for the Halibut! 😂

[@yungthicci]

Camren de Waard ha. Ha ha. Ha. HhhhhhhAAH funny

[@alesiaselden3511]

I don’t even fish but I love watching these videos!

[@oregonbackwoodsboys2104]

Pride of the west Panco Cabbage Jalapeno ranch Tortillas Deep fried halibut tacos

[@Lioness006]

YES! The cilantro lime ranch is hella good too, if you can find it.

[@Aj80503]

Straight like a G, entertains the viewers then try to make a lil hussle then entertains you again I had to Subscribe bro

[@adaywitjay1]

This man has a low profile baitcaster with a power handle!!!! Awesome

[@ginny3648]

I love these catch & cook videos!

[@lexispage4743]

Can you do more camping catch an cook videos please? btw Love all videos man keep it up! 😄👍

[@justintoh144]

The flatfish that I usually get here in Oz are flounders. The easiest cooking method for me is to fry some ginger slices in sesame oil till they're crispy, remove the ginger, dust the fish with some potato starch and pan fry it in the sesame oil. Once done, plate it, put the crispy ginger on top, and drizzle some fish soy sauce + sesame oil (from pan) over it.

[@sk8tyrant]

Man...not the type of smoke I was thinking but its all good. Any reason you skinned prior to smoking? I was taught best to leave the skin on.

[@Lioness006]

Same. I always cook fish with skin on and my grandpa smokes his fish with the skin on. Keeps it moist.

[@johnclaytonyoung699]

Really enjoyed this one, Matts. Loved your personal commentary throughout the video