5 Fishy Recipes That Will Give You The Taste Of The Ocean
When some of us cook, it’s normal for us to steer clear of the more delicate and temperamental meats to cook. Fish is the ultimate delicate sweet meat. How to cook it properly all depends on seasoning, temperature and timing. Don’t have a lot of experience cooking fish? No problem, no need to shy away from fish! Here are 5 fishy recipes that will give you the taste of the ocean.
This recipe is a homage to our local seafood and flavors on the East Coast.1. Broiled Haddock
This recipe is a homage to the local fish of our region. Haddock is a unique fish with a soft buttery texture unlike any other in the United States. This recipe gives you a crispy crunch of the outer shell, leaving you with a sweet buttery Haddock beneath that is perfect in every bite. In addition, this recipe allows for the oven to do most of the work so you don’t have to worry about overcooking or undercooking this delicate fish. When you’re looking for a sweet crispy tender fish, try this recipe out.
Ingredients
- 3 sprays cooking spray ( depending on the size of the dish)
- 2 pounds of haddock fillets
- 1 small pinch onion powder
- 1 small pinch paprika
- 1 small pinch garlic powder
- 1 small pinch black pepper
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 small pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp butter, cut into pieces
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Directions
Begin by setting an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Preheat your oven’s broiler. Line a baking sheet or dish with parchment paper or cooking spray. Next, arrange your haddock on the baking sheet or dish. Mix your paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper and garlic powder in a small mixing bowl. Sprinkle over the haddock. Next, dot your fish with pieces of the butter. Broil your fish in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes, until outside is lightly crisped. Serve with your lemon wedges. Enjoy.
This recipe is out of this world with flavor and great for parties and gatherings.2. Steamed Clams With Butter and Garlic
This salty treat is perfect for large parties or family gatherings. Steamed clams are the ultimate community food of the sea. Providing a salty brined kick while offering the sweet aromatics of butter and garlic. When you’re looking to draw your friends and family to the kitchen with sweet aromatics, try this recipe out.
Ingredients
- 5 tbsp butter, unsalted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup of white wine of your choice
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ⅓ cup parsley, chopped
- 3 dozen little neck clams, rinsed and scrubbed
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Directions
In a large skillet, melt your butter over medium heat. Add in your garlic and stir constantly until fragrant. This should take around 30 seconds. Be sure not to burn your butter! Add in your wine and lemon juice, bringing to a rolling boil. This white wine will cook off quickly but leave the flavor. Next, add in your clams and remaining butter. Cover and let clams until half opened. This should take around 7 to 8 minutes. Occasionally shake the skillet while steaming. Discard the clams that do not open. Remove from heat and sprinkle with parsley and garnish with lemon wedges. Plate your clams. Serve and enjoy.
This recipe is for those who are craving a sense of richness out of their fish.3. Tuna Patties
Are you craving that light meat of fish but want something with a little more richness? Tuna patties are the perfect combination of light fluffy meat and rich breaded texture. Tuna patties are an old time classic. And while they are traditional, their taste is far from old and tired.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 10 tsp seasoned bread crumbs ( Italian style work best for this)
- 3 cans of tuna, drained
- 2 tbsp onion, diced
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp parmesan, grated
Directions
Begin by beating your eggs and lemon juice in a small mixing bowl. Stir in your parmesan and bread crumbs. This should turn into a paste. Add in your tuna and onion and mix well. Season with your black pepper and shape your tuna into eight 1 inch thick patties. Next heat up your oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry your patties until golden brown, cooking them for 5 minutes on each side. Serve and enjoy.
4. Bagels And Lox
While this recipe is not native to the area, this unique recipe will change the way you look at your bagels forever. This bagel is loaded with smoked salmon, cream cheese, onion and capers that give you that sweet brined crunch in every bite. The bagel soaks up the flavors of the cream cheese and salmon, making this the perfect breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 package of everything bagels
- 1 red onion, sliced thinly
- 1 tbsp capers
- 1 package of smoked salmon
- 3 dollops cream cheese
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Directions
Start by toasting your everything bagels either with a toaster on the stove top. Layer your cream cheese on the bottom of your toasted bagels. Carefully arrange your smoked salmon. Add your sliced red onion, topping it off with capers. Squeeze some lemon juice over the top. Serve and enjoy.
5. Grilled Sea Bass
This recipe makes for a great meal for any dining occasion. The cooking time is fast and easy and the results are amazing. Sea bass is a tender meat, while not as sweet as the haddock, it possesses a unique buttery and brine texture that is unique only to them. If you’re looking for something not overly sweet for your next meal, try this recipe out.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp white wine
- 1 shallot, minced
- 6 tbsp butter, unsalted
- 1 tbsp capers
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs of your choice
- 1 ¼ pound of sea bass ( cod works great for this as well)
- 1 large pinch salt
- 1 large pinch pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Directions
Preheat your grill on high. If you do not have access to a grill, take a large pan and turn on medium high heat. Combine your wine and shallots in a small saucepan and cook over medium high heat. Reduce the heat and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until wine has reduced. Change the heat to the lowest setting and carefully add your butter. Whisk one piece at a time until butter is completely melted. Remove from heat and add in your capers and herbs. Cover to keep warm. Season your fish with salt and pepper. Toss to coat it before cooking on medium high heat, cook about 5 minutes per side or until warm and flakey. Plate and drizzle butter sauce over the top. Serve and enjoy.
