Fish Recipes
What is Mache Mache, or Varelianella locusta, is a tender salad green with soft, velverty rounded leaves. It’s got a mild flavor and pairs well with a whole variety of other ingredients. It’s also a good source of Vitamins A, C and B6 as well as Manganese. Any tender green or Bibb lettuce may be […]
About Bonito: Many people might know bonito in its dried, flaky form and as the basis for dashi, the Japanese soup stock that is the foundation of miso soup. Bonito is an oily fish in the tuna, sardine, and mackerel family and is quite popular throughout the Mediterranean, where it is eaten fresh in many […]
NOTE:This is a great recipe to make if you’ve got some leftover white, firm-fleshed fish such as halibut. But you can also prepare the fish for this recipe by simply steaming it or poaching it in milk or almond milk for about 10 minutes, or until flaky and tender. Let it cool slightly before using […]
The Greek diet and Mediterranean diet respectively call for fish as a main source of protein. This Greek recipe for grilled salmon is simple and calls for some of the most basic Mediterranean diet ingredients: olives, tomatoes, herbs, capers and, of course, Greek extra virgin olive oil. You can prepare this dish with salmon fillets or steaks.
This is a great dish for a quick weeknight meal but also an impressive main course for company. You can substitute the salmon with any fleshy fish. It’s nice with thick halibut or cod, too. To find some of the artisinal Greek products you’ll need to make this, visit my online shop here, where you’ll […]
Sardines, one of the most popular fish in the Mediterranean, are exceptionally high in omega-3s. They also have the lowest levels of mercury of any fish. They contain a great source of calcium and Vitamin D, so they support bone health, too. So this humble fish isn't only delicious, it's deliciously good for you and […]
NOTE: Did you know that, as it grows in popularity, snapper is increasingly becoming a generic term for white fish? One major benefit of red snapper is that it’s a lean protein choice. The calorie counts are lower when compared with other fish due to its very low fat content. Another favorite way of preparing […]
NOTE: Some of the top health benefits of salmon are the following. It may support a healthy heart due to its omega-3 fatty acids. It also may support brain function, as its consumption may reduce age-related brain loss and improve memory. In addition, it may be anti-inflammatory, as oiily fish plays an important role in […]
NOTE: Monkfish is sometimes called the lobster of the poor, because its sweet flesh resembles that of lobster. It’s a good source of vitamins A, B-9 and B-3 and is very versatile and satisfying. Any white-fleshed fish may be substituted.
FUN FACT: A traditional Spanish tortilla is basically a potato omelet (eggs, potatoes and onions cooked in olive oil and seasoned with salt). It’s usually eaten in the afternoon, as a light snack before dinne