There is no great mystery to cooking fish – the trick is not to overcook
it. Master that and you will find that fish is not only delicious;
it is beautifully simple and fabulously fast too.
A good fishmonger is worth his weight in gold. If you are lucky enough
to have one locally, ask about best buys and how to cook unfamiliar
varieties and most importantly, pick up more recipes if they have them!
Cheap and cheerful Coley is far too good for the cat. It may not
look so appealing with its slightly grey flesh but, once cooked, it
is as good as cod and half the price.
Flat
fish in a flash – plaice, sole, are very quick to
cook. All you need is a squeeze of lemon juice, a sprinkling of salt
and pepper and grill for no more than 3-4 minutes.
Fancy
a change from the Sunday roast? Treat the
family to sea bass. Roast whole, stuffed with herbs, drizzle with
olive oil and limejuice and season. Wrap in foil and bake 175 degrees
C for about 30 minutes.
If
you like pork chops, you will love tuna, shark and swordfish steaks! With
their meaty texture and strong flavour they are a real treat. Cook
them with soy sauce, chillies and hot spices for a Caribbean feel.
Apple And
Marmalade Mackerel
Baked Plaice and
Prawns
Cheesy Cod Parcels
Ginger Scallop
Stir – Fry
Smoked Haddock
With Tomatoes
Herby Trout
Prawn and
Soft Cheese Pate
Provencal Sole
Steaks With
Red Onion