This dish is built around smoked Washington black cod paired with fennel jam, sour cream, and Ritz crackers. The smoking adds a savory depth, while the creamy and crunchy elements keep each bite moving between rich and crisp. It reads as a composed seafood plate with a snacky, playful edge rather than a formal entrée. The combination of smoke, dairy, and buttery cracker gives it a salty, layered profile that stands out from simpler black cod preparations.