Thursday, January 29, 2009

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

fish soup 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.

Buying and Cooking your own fish at home can be fun and rewarding. Here are some easy and quick tips for you to keep in mind as you get going...

* For moister broiled fish, first steam or poach the fish until close to being done and then brown it under the broiler.

* Make sure that the butter is extra hot but not yet burning.

* Some varieties of fish contain more fat, such as salmon or tuna, which can be cooked until opaque on the outside while remaining somewhat translucent on the inside.

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

shrimp scampi recipes

Frying your fish is also a popular way to cook your fish for dinner. The good thing about frying your fish is that you can pick many different kinds of seasonings to put on your fish to fry it. When you begin frying your fish, you should cook it evenly on both sides of the fillet. The one thing that you should understand is each side of the fish will not take the same time amount of time to cook. The first side will usually take longer because it is also cooking the inside as well as the outside.

Remember these easy tips with buying and cooking fish:

* For moister broiled fish, first steam or poach the fish until close to being done and then brown it under the broiler.

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

* It is better to undercook the fish a bit than overcooking it.

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

* If you're using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning on the grill.

Monday, January 19, 2009

seafood chowder recipe

If you are using fillets or small, whole fish, grilling is another cooking method. If your fish are whole, make slashes through the skin on each side of the fish and brush it with olive oil or butter. Turn the fish over halfway through cooking and baste it. You can also wrap the fish in foil with herbs, lemon juice, and olive oil before placing it on the grill.

Here is a list of quick tips:

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

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

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

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

Saturday, January 17, 2009

salmon fillet recipe

Fish is almost translucent when raw and looses its translucence and becomes opaque the instant that it is done. This is the exact moment to serve, as fish becomes rubbery very easily when over-cooked. Serve fish on a warm plate.

You can serve fish with olive oil and also with freshly squeezed lemon or with a sauce.

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.

* It is best to grill, broil, steam or poach oily fish so that their natural fats can drain while they are cooked.

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

* It is better to undercook the fish a bit than overcooking it.

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

Friday, January 16, 2009

seafood lasagna recipe

Grilling is a delicious and easy way to quickly cook fish without adding more than a tiny bit of extra fat. Give it a try and you will continue to get better and better and make amazing meals.

Buying and Cooking your own fish at home can be fun and rewarding. Here are some easy and quick tips for you to keep in mind as you get going...

* If the fish flakes too easily, it may be overcooked.

* Make sure your grill is clean and oiled.

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

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

Thursday, January 15, 2009

indian fish recipe

Fish, whole or in fillets or steaks, can be wrapped up in foil, greaseproof or cellophane with various flavorings such as butter, lemon juice, wine, onion, garlic, herbs, and poached, steamed, baked or deep-fried. All the essential flavors and juices are retained making it one of the best ways to cook fish.

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.

* 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.

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

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

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

broiled salmon recipes

Whether you are grilling, frying, baking, poaching, steaming of broiling your fish, the basic rule is that it will take 8-10 minutes of cooking time for every inch of thickness. The biggest mistake most people make in cooking fish is to over cook it. Now if the fish is frozen, count on 20 minutes per inch.

Americans tend to eat twice as many fish dinners at restaurants as they do at home largely because they are unsure how to properly prepare fish. Here are some easy and common sense tips about cooking fish at home.

* 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.

* It is best to grill, broil, steam or poach oily fish so that their natural fats can drain while they are cooked.

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

* To check the fish for doneness, use the tip of a sharp knife and cut through the thickest part of the fillet.

Monday, January 12, 2009

fried fish batter recipe

Fish is almost translucent when raw and looses its translucence and becomes opaque the instant that it is done. This is the exact moment to serve, as fish becomes rubbery very easily when over-cooked. Serve fish on a warm plate.

You can serve fish with olive oil and also with freshly squeezed lemon or with a sauce.

It isn't hard to grill seafood, but it does take some practice. Follow these tips for grilling seafood, and expand your grilling repertoire. It's a great break from the usual BBQ like hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks.

* 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.

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

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

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

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

Saturday, January 10, 2009

seafood bisque recipe

When to debone a fish can depend on your preference. You can either debone a fish before or after cooking it. It's up to your personal tastes whether you are going to debone your fish after or before cooking it.

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.

* Washing of the hands before touching the fish is important.

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

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

Thursday, January 8, 2009

fish fry recipe

To maintain the delicate flavor of a newly caught freshwater or saltwater fish, this must be handled properly to avoid spoilage and preserving the fish. There are ways to properly prepare and maintain the quality just after the catch of the fish into a sumptuous fishmeal.

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.

* For the best possible pan-frying results, take extra care to ensure that the butter or oil is hot and that the fish is well coated with batter.

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

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

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

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

blackened salmon recipe

When the weather's not right for grilling, try broiling instead. Broiling is great when you want a fast, simple, and easy preparation with delicious results. It gives fish a nicely browned exterior with the convenience of a temperature-controlled heat source. For easy cleanup, line the broiler pan with a piece of foil.

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.

* A temperature between 350 F and 375 F is an ideal range for deep-frying. The correct temperature can be determined with the use of a candy thermometer.

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

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

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

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

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

baked salmon fillet recipe

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.

Usually I catch my own fish to cook, but occasionally I go and buy in from the store. There are many things to keep in mind when buying and cooking fish. Below are some tips for you to remember...

* Some varieties of fish contain more fat, such as salmon or tuna, which can be cooked until opaque on the outside while remaining somewhat translucent on the inside.

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

* 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.

Monday, January 5, 2009

fried shrimp recipes

It is important that you observe how the particular shop stores and displays the fishes they sell. Fish should be stored properly resting or partially buried in ice under sanitary conditions. Whole fresh fish have gills that are still pink or red. The fishs eyes are clear and shiny and its scales are reflective. If the fish has already been precut into filets or steaks, it should not be brown or dry and it should be moist.

It isn't hard to grill seafood, but it does take some practice. Follow these tips for grilling seafood, and expand your grilling repertoire. It's a great break from the usual BBQ like hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks.

* To check the fish for doneness, use the tip of a sharp knife and cut through the thickest part of the fillet.

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

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

* It is best to grill, broil, steam or poach oily fish so that their natural fats can drain while they are cooked.

* You can place fish directly on the grill, but if you do this, use a firm fleshed fish, like grouper, tuna, swordfish, or salmon.

Saturday, January 3, 2009

seafood pasta recipe

One of the easiest ways to cook fish is to bake it. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and place the seasoned, coated fish onto a lightly oiled baking sheet or shallow baking pan. Bake the fish for about 10 minutes per inch of thickness. As with pan frying, the white fish is properly cooked when its color turns opaque and it begins to flake when a fork is inserted into the center.

It isn't hard to grill seafood, but it does take some practice. Follow these tips for grilling seafood, and expand your grilling repertoire. It's a great break from the usual BBQ like hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks.

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

* 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.

* It is better to undercook the fish a bit than overcooking it.

Friday, January 2, 2009

basa fish fillet recipes

Fish, whole or in fillets or steaks, can be wrapped up in foil, greaseproof or cellophane with various flavorings such as butter, lemon juice, wine, onion, garlic, herbs, and poached, steamed, baked or deep-fried. All the essential flavors and juices are retained making it one of the best ways to cook fish.

Remember these easy tips with buying and cooking fish:

* Some varieties of fish contain more fat, such as salmon or tuna, which can be cooked until opaque on the outside while remaining somewhat translucent on the inside.

* For moister broiled fish, first steam or poach the fish until close to being done and then brown it under the broiler.

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