Tag: fish

Tuscan white bean and tuna salad

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We were in search of a protein-rich, no-mayo lunch option. We made this recipe: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/tuna-and-white-bean-salad. Based on our pantry, we used water-packed no-salt tuna, canned Great Northern beans, fresh baby spinach (in lieu of watercress), and half a shallot (which we diced and marinated in 2 tsp fresh lime juice to mute sharpness). We halved… Continue reading Tuscan white bean and tuna salad

Italian fish stew of the Marchi region (brodetto di pesce alla marchigiana)

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We tried this recipe: https://apple.news/AabuGzchZTMSBAZBSggJ4kg Based on our local supermarket, we couldn't find fresh halibut or similar fish, so we used 1.5 lb cod fillet and 1 lb catfish fillet. The cod worked really well, but the catfish wasn't as compelling. We skipped the squid and added 7 jumbo shrimp (shelled). This was very tasty.… Continue reading Italian fish stew of the Marchi region (brodetto di pesce alla marchigiana)

Japanese simmered salmon and daikon (sake daikon)

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We tried this recipe: https://www.justonecookbook.com/buri-daikon/ Although the original recipe called for mature yellowtail (buri), the author said skin-on salmon would be an appropriate substitute. This did take many steps, but it was quite simple, clean-tasting, and tasty. We ate it immediately after the 30 min simmering time, but because we doubled the recipe, we will… Continue reading Japanese simmered salmon and daikon (sake daikon)

Kedgeree with smoked fish

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We tried this Indo-British version, and it was quite tasty. Details here: https://www.carolinescooking.com/kedgeree/ Our modifications: first, we doubled the recipe (except for the cardamom) as follows: 1 1/3 cup basmati rice, 2/3 cup red lentils, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 quart (4 cups) water or unsalted chicken broth; 15 oz smoked fish (see more below), 2-3… Continue reading Kedgeree with smoked fish

Korean soybean soup with vegetables

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We tried this Maangchi recipe: https://www.maangchi.com/recipe/baechu-doenjang-guk Our modifications: we didn’t have napa cabbage, so we used one Idaho potato and three types of fresh Asian mushrooms (shiitake, bonapi, and enoki) and 1 scallion. We did not need to parboil any vegetables, and the potato already has starch. We combined dried anchovies, soybean paste, one chopped… Continue reading Korean soybean soup with vegetables

Sicilian fish stew

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We tried this recipe: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/sicilian-fish-stew/ Our modifications: first, we had only 1.3 lb cod fillet, which we cut into 2.5" square-ish chunks (about 12 pieces). Second, we added 1 russet potato (peeled and cut into 2x1.5" chunks) at the same time as the plum tomatoes, capers, raisins, and broth. Third, based on our pantry, we… Continue reading Sicilian fish stew

Filipino sour soup with salmon and daikon, shortcut style

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First, dice 1 large onion (or 1 medium onion plus 1 small shallot) and mince 3 large cloves garlic. Trim 6 oz green beans and cut into bite sized diagonal pieces (about 1.5-2 inches), and set aside. Peel a small daikon (about ½ lb), cut into ¾ inch slices, and set aside. Cut 1 lb… Continue reading Filipino sour soup with salmon and daikon, shortcut style

Chinese steamed cod fillet with black bean sauce

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This recipe is from Grace Young’s The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen, which used a whole sole fish. First, thoroughly rinse 1 lb cod fillet (in lieu of sole) in cold water, pat dry, and sprinkle the front and back ½ tsp (we used ¼ tsp) salt. Peel and julienne a 2" knob of ginger… Continue reading Chinese steamed cod fillet with black bean sauce