Tuesday, December 30, 2008

fish taco recipes

Grilling is the testiest of traditional fish-cooking methods, because it is deceptive in its apparent simplicity. The novice cook assumes that grilling fish requires only as much attention as a steak, a burger or chicken. Unlike other meats, fish tend to secrete much of their moisture when cooked, and on an open grill the precious liquid has no recourse but to drip into the coals.

These easy tips should give confidence to prepare fish dinners at home. Fish is a delicious source of protein and should be included regularly in a healthy diet.

* Fish that is less than 1/2 inch thick do not require turning when cooking.

* When cleaning fish, avoid rough treatment because wounds in the flesh can allow the spread of bacteria.

* Marinades are a good way to add flavor and moisture to the fish before cooking.

Sunday, December 28, 2008

canned pink salmon recipe

Fish can be cooked in a multitude of ways and every fisherman has an opinion about which one is worthy of the day's catch. Many methods of cooking fish have been passed down through generations of fishermen, attaining their stamps of perfection along the way.

Cooking fish and seafood can be easy if you know what you are doing, Here are some tips to help you buy and cook your fish.

* Use fresh fish, it is easier to work with than frozen fish.

* A parsley and walnut pesto is very good with sea bass.

* Olive oil or a combination of oil and butter will give the fish a tasty crispness.

* If you are using fillets, you can sandwich them with stuffing or roll them up, then oven-bake them.

* Fish sticks to the grill very easily, so proper lubrication is essential.

Monday, December 22, 2008

fried fish recipes

Whether you are shopping for fish to make cheesy baked cod fish recipes or herby tilapia fish recipes, you should follow the same rule, if you use very fresh fish, your recipe has more chance of being a great success.

Remember these easy tips with buying and cooking fish:

* When Grilling Fish, it should be grilled with high, indirect heat.

* Allow extra time if fish will be baked while packed in an aluminum foil and allow extra time for the penetration of the heat.

* In thawing frozen fish, slowly thaw in the fridge for 24 hours or let the wrapped fish be run under cold water not at room temperature.

* Cook the fish over medium to hot heat.

* Baking cooks fish quickly at a high temperature and you can bake fish fillets, steaks, whole fish, or seafood.

Saturday, December 20, 2008

cooked shrimp recipes

Grilling is the testiest of traditional fish-cooking methods, because it is deceptive in its apparent simplicity. The novice cook assumes that grilling fish requires only as much attention as a steak, a burger or chicken. Unlike other meats, fish tend to secrete much of their moisture when cooked, and on an open grill the precious liquid has no recourse but to drip into the coals.

Fish is not only healthy but tasty as well. Most people think that preparing a fish meal is difficult. Also, there is the concern of being able to purchase those that are fresh. Using fish as a main ingredient in a dish is not complicated.

I will give here some tips that would be helpful when you will be buying and cooking fish.

* When cleaning fish, avoid rough treatment because wounds in the flesh can allow the spread of bacteria.

* To steam fish, put it in a steamer over boiling water and make sure you use a tight fitting lid.

* When pan frying fish, fill a skillet with 1/8 to 1/4 of an inch of oil and preheat to 350 degrees.

Friday, December 19, 2008

striped bass recipes

Keep in mind that food cooked in the microwave continues to cook once you've removed it from the oven. Let it set for a few minutes before serving. Cooking fish properly delivers the maximum amount of nutrition and taste. Now, put on a nice sauce of your choice .Your meal can indeed be a taste sensation.

Cooking fish and seafood can be easy if you know what you are doing, Here are some tips to help you buy and cook your fish.

* Olive oil or a combination of oil and butter will give the fish a tasty crispness.

* Increase cooking time when cooking fish that is frozen.

* When baking fish, prepare the marinade, preheat the oven, and put the fish in for the prescribed amount of time. Be sure to check the fish often to ensure that it doesn't overcook.

Thursday, December 18, 2008

grilled salmon recipes

Fish can be cooked in many ways including baking, broiling, frying, grilling and steaming. A general rule for cooking fish is to measure it at its thickest point, then cook 8 to 10 minutes per inch. To test fish for doneness, use a fork. The fish should be opaque, its juices milky white. Undercooked fish is translucent, its juices clear and watery. Overcooked fish is dry and falls apart easily. Another test is to insert an instant-read thermometer at the thickest point and if it is done it will be 145 F.

Here is a list of quick tips:

* When pan frying fish, fill a skillet with 1/8 to 1/4 of an inch of oil and preheat to 350 degrees.

* The fish is done cooking when it is opaque, and begins to flake.

* Cook the fish over medium to hot heat.

* If the fish has been properly cooked, the meat will appear opaque but will still be moist.

* Another test to use for doneness is to check the meat with a knife to see if it is firm and beginning to separate or flake.

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

salmon filet recipe

Baking is one of the most popular ways to cook fish but the problem a lot of people have is their fish drying out. If you leave the fish in the oven for as little as 2 minutes too long, this might dry it out. Dried out fish is actually when the fish oil is removed by allowing too much baking time. You have to be quite vigilant and check it often. Remember too that fish continues to cook once you have removed it from the oven.

Cooking fish and seafood can be easy if you know what you are doing, Here are some tips to help you buy and cook your fish.

* To prevent overcooking, you'll need to pull it out slightly before it's done.

* When baking fish, you want to use high heat, typically between 400 and 450 degrees.

* You can always cook it some more if it is undercooked, but you can't uncook it if it is overcooked.

* You can buy grill baskets made for grilling seafood - these help small pieces of fish from falling through the grill, and will help in grilling delicate fillets.

* Try not to thaw frozen fish completely before cooking, or it may make them very dry and mushy.

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

fish and chips recipes

Fish on the grill needs to be attended very closely and only takes a few minutes per side. If the filets are an even thickness, fish can be cooked through by grilling it on one side only.

Remember these easy tips with buying and cooking fish:

* Another test to use for doneness is to check the meat with a knife to see if it is firm and beginning to separate or flake.

* Each serving should be about 6-8 ounces for fillets or steaks, and 8-12 ounces for whole fish.

* Allow extra time if fish will be baked while packed in an aluminum foil and allow extra time for the penetration of the heat.

* When cooking fish that has not been boned, such as trout or pan fish, the meat should not drop off the bones, but instead should slightly resist removal.

* In order to retain its moisture, fish needs to be cooked quickly over high heat.

Saturday, December 13, 2008

fish fillet recipes

Fish are delicate creatures, and begin to deteriorate as soon as they are lifted from the water. Obtaining the freshest fish possible can make all the difference.

Cooking fish and seafood can be easy if you know what you are doing, Here are some tips to help you buy and cook your fish.

* Rub lemon juice on fish before cooking. This will help the fish maintain its color and add to its flavor.

* Make sure your grill is clean and oiled.

* You may want to try other herbs and spices with the batter for a more delicious fish.

* Make sure that the fish is well coated in batter.

* Shrimp, Scallops, and chunks of firm fleshed fish work well on skewers.

Friday, December 12, 2008

smoked salmon recipes

Baking fish allows you to get the satisfying crunch of fried fish without all the fat. Just because it's baked, though, doesn't mean that it is healthy, watch the amount of butter, oil, mayonnaise or cheese called for in the recipe.

Here is a list of quick tips:

* When Grilling Fish, it should be grilled with high, indirect heat.

* Olive oil or a combination of oil and butter will give the fish a tasty crispness.

* Cook it as soon as possible to minimize the loss of juices.

Thursday, December 11, 2008

smoked fish recipe

One of the most popular methods of cooking fish is to pan fry it in a shallow amount of oil. White fish should be coated before it is pan fried in order to protect the delicate flesh from the heat. A coating of seasoned white or wholemeal flour or a mixture of flour, beaten egg and fine bread crumbs is sufficient.

Some tips for you:

* Perfectly cooked fish should flake easily and be opaque with just the faintest amount of translucency in the middle.

* You may want to try other herbs and spices with the batter for a more delicious fish.

* Make sure that the fish is well coated in batter.

* If you use very fresh fish, your recipe has more chance of being a great success.

* To thaw frozen fish or seafood, thaw slowly in the refrigerator for 24 hours.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

salmon cakes recipe

A bamboo steamer is a great investment if you like to steam fish. To steam fish, place water or stock in a large saucepan and add seasoning ingredients. Bring it to a simmer, place the fish in the steamer and place over the simmering water. Do not let the liquid boil, this will cook the fish too quickly and it could overcook in seconds.

Whether you fancy testing some tilapia fish recipes or perhaps a delicious baked catfish recipe, you might think that baking fish is easy. It is indeed an uncomplicated way of cooking fish but there are a few tips and tricks you should know, to guarantee your fish recipes turn out great.

* If you use very fresh fish, your recipe has more chance of being a great success.

* To thaw frozen fish or seafood, thaw slowly in the refrigerator for 24 hours.

* Rub lemon juice on fish before cooking. This will help the fish maintain its color and add to its flavor.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

monk fish recipe

When baking fish, prepare the marinade, preheat the oven, and put the fish in for the prescribed amount of time. Be sure to check the fish often to ensure that it doesn't overcook.

Grilling season is here. You've got your grill full of gas, you've stocked up on hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks, and you're ready to go. Fish also makes a healthy meal, and grills up quite easily. Seafood does present some grilling challenges, however, here are some tips should help you on your way to grilling great seafood.

* Make sure your grill is clean and oiled.

* When baking fish, prepare the marinade, preheat the oven, and put the fish in for the prescribed amount of time. Be sure to check the fish often to ensure that it doesn't overcook.

* In order to retain its moisture, fish needs to be cooked quickly over high heat.

* Rub lemon juice on fish before cooking. This will help the fish maintain its color and add to its flavor.

* Try not to thaw frozen fish completely before cooking, or it may make them very dry and mushy.

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

seafood pasta recipes

Marinades are a good way to add flavor and moisture to the fish before cooking. You only need to marinate fish for 30-60 minutes. If you marinate the fish for too long, the acids in the marinade will start to cook and break down the flesh. Lean fish should also be basted during cooking to keep the fish from drying out. Fattier fish, like tuna and salmon don't need basting, but you can baste them to add more flavor.

There are many ways to properly prepare and maintain the quality just after the catch of the fish into a sumptuous fishmeal. Check out some tips below:

* A parsley and walnut pesto is very good with sea bass.

* If you don't oil your grill, the fish will stick, and break apart when you try to remove it.

* If you are using fillets, you can sandwich them with stuffing or roll them up, then oven-bake them.

Monday, December 1, 2008

monk fish recipes

Fish is a heart healthy, lean meat which is full of protein and those valuable essential oils. You won't find much heart disease in cuisines which rely on fish. Eating fish at least a couple of times a week can indeed, lead to longevity. Some of us are unaccustomed to preparing fish, and may shy away from cooking fish, but it is a very tasty and healthy meal that should be prepared often.

A freshly caught fish can be cooked in a thousand and one ways. Any fisherman worth his salt has his own unique way of cooking a freshly caught trout, salmon or whatever fish he caught. So fisherman all across the country has been handed down methods of cooking fish. Here are some tips to get the best out of your fish.

* If you use very fresh fish, your recipe has more chance of being a great success.

* Try not to thaw frozen fish completely before cooking, or it may make them very dry and mushy.

* In thawing frozen fish, slowly thaw in the fridge for 24 hours or let the wrapped fish be run under cold water not at room temperature.

* Flour is often used as a coating for foods that are fried. Pieces of fish are often pan-fried with a flour coating, which develops a crisp, flavorful crust, and an interior that is tender flaky.

* Rub lemon juice on fish before cooking. This will help the fish maintain its color and add to its flavor.