3 Healthy Ways to Cook Fish

Many a cook has discovered that fish can overcook in no time. If there’s one piece of advice for cooks who want to turn out peerless fish, it’s this: Once it’s on the grill or in the pan, leave it alone! Leaving fish undisturbed for two to four minutes helps the protein develop a nice crust. This crust makes it easy to turn the fish over.

Beyond this advice, there can be as many ways to cook fish as there are, well, fish in the sea.

Fish, like any other meat can be baked, poached, broiled or grilled. The American Heart Association recommends at least two servings of fish per week to help lower cholesterol and blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease, heart attacks and strokes. Did you know that fish is a healthy source of protein, fat, vitamins and minerals? However, due to unhealthy recipes, the fish loses its battle for health benefits. Here are 3 fantastic ways on how we can cook our favorite fish into a restaurant inspired recipe.

A bamboo steamer is ideal for steaming fish, particularly for Asian recipes. To steam fish this way, put the stock or water into a large saucepan along with spices or herbs. Bring the liquid to simmer, not boil, because boiling liquid can overcook fish in mere seconds. Place the steamer over simmering water and keep a close eye on it. It’s done when it flakes easily.

Broiling serves as one of the most accepted ways to cook fish because it gives your fish it’s nice crust and seals in seasonings. To begin broiling, just lightly brush fish with olive oil, pepper and a bit of salt and then place it in single layer on a well greased broiler pan. Broil 7-10 cm (3-4 inches) from the preheated unit. Baste during cooking or squeeze lemon for flavor.

-Use fresh or thawed fish -Turn thick pieces halfway through cooking time, some thinner pieces don’t need to be turned. -optional sauce can be served.

If you don’t have much time consider getting a crock pot to make your dishes as crock pot recipes are really delicious and so easy to make, not to mention the time saving factors.

3. Grilled fish is by itself already full of flavor. Just grill your fish over light fire/charcoal and then season with pepper and a bit of salt will already do the trick. Adding lemon juice or onions will add more flavor. Remember to not cover the grill as the fish is cooking; the cover traps too much of the smoke and over seasons the flesh. Just grill and wait until fully cooked with brown exterior and juicy white flesh. Serve with steamed vegetables and that’s it.

Whatever way you want to cook your fish, it’s important to check your ingredients first. No matter how great a recipe is, nothing is compared to the taste of fresh ingredients.

Michelle is regarded as a season article author concerning domestic meals. The lady just relishes sharing her inspiring ideas and tips on making slow cooker beef stew as well as crock pot recipes.