Podcast

Hunt Gather Talk: Farmed v. Wild Fish

In this episode, I talk with acclaimed seafood expert and fellow cookbook author Barton Seaver about farmed vs. wild seafood. Hint: Not all farmed seafood is bad.

Fish

Dorado with Cilantro

In Mexico, mahi mahi is called dorado, and it’s served all over that country’s coastal regions, especially in the Pacific.…

Podcast

Hunt, Gather, Talk: Trash Fish

This week's episode is on the unjustly named trash fish, or rough fish. I talk with TV host Scott Leysath and author Tom Dickson about loving the unloved.

Salmon and Trout

Salmon Miso Soup

A simple salmon miso soup recipe that hinges on good broth, miso and Japanese noodles. A great use for salmon scraps or leftovers.

African

Okra Stew

A West African inspired okra stew recipe with tomatoes that's great served on its own, or as a thick sauce over fish or game.

Fish

Aguachile Negro

Mexican aguachile negro is a lot like ceviche, only it's marinated for less time. This sauce uses soy and other savory ingredients that highlight the seafood.

Fish

Salmon Stock

A recipe for salmon stock, which also works with trout or char. Salmon stock is rich and flavorful, but doesn't keep well. Great for soups or rice.

Fish

Smoked Trout Dip

Smoked trout dip is a classic appetizer in and around the Great Lakes. Here's how to make it at home. I use lake trout, but any trout works, as will other oily fish like mackerel or mullet.

Fish

Scallop Scampi

Scampi sauce, really butter, garlic and a little wine, is an Italian-American thing often served with shrimp. This is scallop scampi.

Fish

Mexican Fish Balls

How to make Mexican fish balls, albondigas de pescado, either fried or served in a light tomato broth. These can be made with any type of fish.

Fish

Pan Seared Grouper

Simple pan seared grouper or other white fish, served with a hearts of palm salad and key lime browned butter sauce. It's an ode to Florida.