Preparing great fish starts with selecting good fish. The more fresh the fish is, the better it will taste. All the fish selected for our catch of the day fish boxes is super fresh and arrives to your home fresher than you would typically be able to buy in your local fishmonger. When you receive your fish, immediately chill the fish, or set it to marinate.
One of the simplest ways to prepare fish is baking it. Baked fish can be placed in a large dish, dressed with a simple sauce, and cooked in an oven heated to 180 degrees Celsius. The fish is done when it has turned white and flaky, with no pink parts in the middle. It can be served with lemon, salt, and pepper.
Many people like Grilled(Broiled) fish, a variant on baking. To grill(broil) fish, put the fish under it once the grill(broiler) is fully heated. Grilled fish can be delicious in a simple marinade or with cheese sprinkled on top, which will melt onto the fish as it cooks.
Another popular preparation for fish is barbeque. Select hardy species which will stand up well, rather than flaking apart. You can marinate fish in a variety of sauces including tropical sauces, Japanese miso sauce, barbecue sauce, or any other sauce of your choice. Grill the fish over the warm coals, turning once. For an extra jolt of flavour, wrap the fish in bacon.
Seared fish is popular in some regional cuisines. To sear fish, select a meaty type of fish such as tuna, and sear both sides quickly in a hot sauté pan. Some cooks like to make a crust for their fish before searing. When prepared correctly, the middle of the fish will remain pink and juicy, as well as slightly cool to the tongue. For a more cooked sautéed fish, leave the fish in the pan longer. For poached fish, add a liquid such as wine to the pan after searing, then cook.
Fried fish is another popular preparation. It can be pan fried in oil and served with lemon, or it can be battered and deep fried. To avoid greasiness, use oils with a high smoking point so that the oil can be heated enough to sear the outside of the fish, keeping the oil out of the inside. Be sure to drain the fish carefully before serving.
With the addition of interesting sauces and complementary side dishes, fish makes an excellent meal. Exploring new fish recipes can also be a fun activity for the whole family.
