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Common Types of Fish
Haddock Mild white fish
Cod Mild white fish
Tilapia Mild and inexpensive white fish, thin filets
Catfish Will have bones, great for blackening
Trout Will have bones, nice for grilling
Salmon Buy the long filets with the bone removed, not the cross sections where you would have to remove the bones yourself. You can remove the skin before or after cooking. Very flavorful, you can season this fish with more robust seasonings or sauces.
Tuna Steak Great grilled. You don't want to overcook this type of fish, cook it like a steak, medium-rare.
Cooking Variations
The trick to making good fish is to not to over cook it. Once it is no longer translucent it is done. Remember a thin filet does not need to be cooked as long as a thicker piece of fish.
Breaded Dip the fish in a beaten egg, then seasoned bread crumbs. Deep fry or bake at 350 degrees until brown. Baked Season, then brush with melted butter or orange juice and bake for 25 minutes in an oven at 350 degrees. Grill Season, then baste with melted butter and lemon Pan fry Season, then pan fry on medium heat with a little olive oil.
Deep Fried Create a batter by mixing 1 cup beer and 1 cup flour. Dip the fish into the batter and place into hot oil in a deep fryer. Once the fish is brown on both sides it is done. Remove it and drain it on paper towels.
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