For all the times "zesty" is used figuratively, this isn't one of them. Actual lemon zest along with lime juice gives a citrusy kick to flaky tilapia and...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Fish
Eating fish twice a week is considered a healthy dinner choice! Fish is tasty, light, and full of protein. And the taste varies by species so if you don't like one kind, try another! Fish can be prepared in a variety of ways depending on the firmness of the fish.
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Zesty Tilapia with Mushrooms
Sesame-Crusted Grilled Salmon Teriyaki
The soy and honey marinade add a lot of flavor to this simple salmon recipe. You can also use the marinade as a glaze while grilling and sprinkle with the sesame...
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 1-2 hours
Red Snapper in Coconut Sauce
Made with fresh ginger, green chiles, lemongrass, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, cardamom pods, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, coconut milk
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Peanut-Crusted Cod
Made with margarine, nonstick cooking spray, egg whites, all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper, unsalted peanuts, cod fillets, salt, black pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Tilapia
Made with tilapia fillets, celery, onion, red bell pepper, butter, salt and pepper, flour, dried tarragon, dried basil, milk
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
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Grilled Swordfish with Lemon Juice, Olive Oil and Herbs
Whether you're looking to serve up your prize catch or you just snagged some fillets from the market, this is one heck of a way to grill...
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Cheese-Dipped Fried Red Snapper
This snapper will get snapped up in a second, so make sure to put a little aside for yourself. The parmesan and breadcrumbs gives the fish a flavorful crust and a...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Lomi Lomi Salmon Tartare
Lomi lomi is the Hawaiian phrase for massage. Traditionally you would "massage" the salmon and other ingredients with your hands but feel free to use a utensil if...
Time: under 30 minutes
Five-Spice Barramundi With Hoisin Shirataki Noodles
Made with sesame oil, Barramundi fillets, five-spice powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper, red bell pepper, shirataki noodles, green bell pepper...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Herbed, Pan-Fried Hake
This herbed hake is all about the seasoning, led by fennel seeds and thyme. You'll need thyme, but not much time as you can have it on the table in half an hour thanks to a...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Cod With Rice In Parchment, Florentine-Style
Made with frozen chopped spinach, brown rice, scallions, garlic, chicken broth, olive oil cooking spray, cod fillet, plum tomatoes, mushrooms, fresh...
Method: microwave, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Salmon Burgers With Quick Soy Cucumbers
Minced salmon filets are mixed with seasonings and pan-seared then served on buns with cucumbers that have been marinated in a sweet-sour-soy mixture.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Grilled Swordfish With Peppers And Onions
The marinade is key here: A balsamic base with olive oil and garlic gives the fish a bright flavor and brings a tang to the grilled peppers and onions, too.
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 1-2 hours
Pan-Seared Salmon With Honey-Balsamic Sauce
Simple seared salmon is served with sauteed leeks and drizzled with a sweet balsamic sauce.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Grilled Honey Glazed Salmon with Grilled Pineapple
Salmon basted with sweet soy ginger sauce grills up right alongside pineapple slices for a plate that pleases the eye and the palate.
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Mediterranean Cod
Made with dried basil, cod fillets, salt and pepper, olive oil, plum tomatoes, kalamata olives, dried thyme
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Penne And Tuna Sauce
This penne and tuna sauce is perfect for those who love pasta with a little seafood flavor. Anchovies give the sauce a nice salty taste, while tuna provides a hearty protein to...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Lemon Haddock
Made with garlic powder, haddock fillets, bread crumbs, butter or margarine, dried parsley, lemon peel
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Sole Florentine
Made with margarine or butter, almonds, salt, lemon pepper and paprika, frozen chopped spinach, cream cheese, green onions, ground nutmeg, sole or flounder fillets
Method: oven, outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Salmon Supper
Made with dill weed, mayonnaise, salmon fillets, salt, cucumber
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Barbecue Halibut Steaks
Halibut is a lean, white fish that is packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids. This recipe for barbecue halibut steaks uses a simple but flavorful baste to dress up the...
Method: stovetop, outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Ranchero Grilled Salmon Steak With Roasted Corn-Black Bean Salsa
Made with olive oil, garlic, Serrano chili, lime zest, salt, black pepper, corn on the cob, Roma tomatoes, black beans
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Broiled Swordfish Teriyaki
Made with swordfish or salmon steaks, garlic, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, seasoned rice vinegar, honey, fresh ginger, cornstarch, black pepper
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Seared Tuna with Fresh Wasabi Sauce
Delicious tuna served with refreshing cucumber and a sauce made with sesame oil, sherry, ginger, soy sauce, green onions, and wasabi. Garnished with spicy radish...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Salmon with Fresh Pineapple Salsa
Fresh grilled salmon, zesty pineapple salsa... how can you go wrong? The bright honey-cilantro infused salsa is so good you might want to make extra for scooping up...
Method: indoor grill
Time: 2-5 hours
Tilapia with Old Bay Butter
Butter, white wine, and Old Bay seasoning is the perfect way to spice up some mild tilapia filets. The rest of that white wine pairs well with the fish, by the way.
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Catfish Curry with Tomatoes and Okra
Made with coriander seeds, cardamom pods, ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, red dried chiles, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Tilapia En Papillote With Asparagus & Shrimp
Surf and surf is the new surf and turf. Shrimp and tilapia are the stars of the show here, but asparagus adds some colorful contrast and a lemony butter...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Maple-Chipotle Glazed Salmon
Salmon with a wonderful smoky-sweet flavor made from a simple glaze of maple syrup, chipotle chili powder, and cumin
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Traditional English Beer-Battered Fish And Chips
You might have a hard time topping a fresh order of fish 'n chips from a proper English pub, but this recipe does a darn good job trying. The...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Fish In Ginger Sauce
Tender breaded fish fillets are the perfect recipient of a flavorful seasoned soy sauce topping.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Mackerel With Mushroom Stuffing
Made with salt and pepper, bread crumbs, mackerel, butter or margarine, onion, fresh parsley, mushrooms
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Fish Sticks With Mustard Sauce
Made with cod, buttermilk, yellow cornmeal, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, mayonnaise
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Salmon And Crab Appetizers
Creamy seafood on the inside, crisp coating on the outside. These salmon-crab appetizers make great finger food.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Coconut Curry Crusted Halibut
Made with red curry paste, lemon juice, water, sugar substitute, orange extract, unsweetened coconut flakes, fresh cilantro, green onions
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Smoked Salmon Sushi Roll
If the idea of eating raw fish has kept you from trying sushi, then this recipe is for you. It uses smoked salmon instead of raw fish.
Method: rice cooker/steamer
Time: 2-5 hours
Catfish With Parsley Sauce
Made with fresh parsley, olive oil, pecans, garlic, Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, butter, all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Crispy Fish With Sweet-And-Sour Sauce
Fish fillets are coated in a light batter and then fried until crisp and golden brown. Serve with the included sweet and sour sauce recipe or with tartar sauce if...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Baked Whole Sea Bass With Fennel
Forget fillets, if you want a killer presentation it's all about the whole fish bake. Lemon and fennel give the fish a beautiful look and add to the flavor.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Sea Bream
Major presentation points for this baked bream. Fish studded with lemon slices arranged on the plate alongside baked onions and potatoes is sure to be a showstopper.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Nantucket Grilled Swordfish
Made with black pepper, salt, swordfish steaks, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, basil, onions
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 1-2 hours
Oven Poached Salmon In Garlic Broth
Made with black pepper, lemon juice, garlic, clam juice, coleslaw, salmon fillets, fresh cilantro or parsley
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pan-Seared Tilapia With Five Spice And Ponzu
Made with olive oil, cornstarch, tilapia fillets, salt, black pepper, white pepper, five spice powder, garlic powder, brown sugar, ponzu sauce
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Citrus Salmon With Garlicky Greens
Made with seasoned rice vinegar, orange rind, orange juice, soy sauce, salmon fillets, cooking spray, vegetable oil, bottled minced garlic, salt, fresh spinach
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Roasted Salmon with Brown Rice and Cucumber Yogurt
Simple, easy to follow recipe with a gourmet result. Roasted salmon is always a winner, but the homemade tzatziki-style yogurt sauce is the key...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pan-Seared Cod With Spiced Long Beans
Here's a great way to turn some simple cod fillets into a delicious dinner. Pan-searing in garlic oil adds a nice nuance to the cod, and the chili stir-fried beans...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
30 Minute Tuna Burgers
A different kind of burger! Ready in 30 minutes or less. A perfect lunch or dinner recipe.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna with Spicy Carrot Sauce
This recipe goes beyond just tuna for a loaded rice bowl with shiitake mushrooms, Asian greens, and a spicy sriracha carrot sauce.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Citrus Herb Marinated Halibut
Made with halibut fillets, garlic, herb & wine marinade, orange juice, vegetable oil, lemon juice
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Salmon With Black Olive Salsa
A topping of olives, peppers, onion, tomato, and vinaigrette really dresses up these simple oven-baked salmon fillets.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Not to be confused with evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk is very sweet (and very sticky) and used primarily in desserts.
This Italian cheese is so versatile that it can be used in both sweet and savory recipes from cheesecakes to lasagnas.
Keeping a can of frozen orange juice concentrate in the freezer means you can make more than just orange juice. Try it in a variety of orange-flavored recipes.