Seared Asian Salmon “Scallops” with Cucumber and Radish
February 19, 2010 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
Yield: 4 servings This delicate fish dish uses the traditional Asian flavors of soy, ginger and toasted sesame oil for a mildly-flavored and easy to make entree. A raw salad of cucumber and radish is served on the side. Cooking Tip: Slice fish fillets before cooking to get a smooth, clean cut. Use the sharpest [...]
Recipe: Shrimp Skewers in Thai Peanut Marinade
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
FROM TURNING TIDES (NS) Yield: 4 main dish or 24 appetizer servings Sweet and sour tropical flavors caramelize on the grill to tantalize the taste buds. Bonus: Make a double batch of sauce for dipping. Shellfish, including shrimp, mussels and scallops, are the most environmentally friendly of all farmed fish. Always choose US raised (farmed [...]
Recipe: Tilapia Tortilla Stew
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths
FROM TURNING TIDES (NS) Yield: 4 servings This Mexican salsa soup makes a light lunch or colorful first course for festive dinner parties. Tilapia is a mild and flaky white fish, and is a good, low-impact choice for farmed fish. Buy US raised if you can. 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus 1 tablespoon for [...]
Pan-Seared Halibut Steaks
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
Yield: 2 servings This recipe written by Alison Anton was published in Natural Solutions Magazine for an article on conscious seafood. Simple, light and healthy—lightly battered steaks are seared in olive oil and drizzled with a lemony finish. According to Environmental Defense’s Fish Buying Guide, wild Pacific halibut is “in the green”, making it one [...]
Smoked Wild Salmon on the Stovetop Smoker
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
Yield: 2-4 servings This recipe created by Alison Anton was published in Natural Solutions magazine. What fish lover doesn’t love smoked salmon? Make it at home with a smoker that fits right on top of the stove. It can be purchased online for under $40. Choose wild Alaskan salmon for health and sustainability. 1 tablespoon [...]
POACHED SALMON WITH COCONUT-PISTACHIO CREAM
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes
FROM ANTIINFLAMM (NS) Serves 2 Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Salmon, Coconut Milk, Serrano Pepper, Garlic, Cilantro, Ginger, Lime Gentle poaching keeps omega-3’s intact and yields a tender, juicy fish that flakes right off the fork. POACHING LIQUID 1/3 cup dry white wine 1/4 cup water 1 lemon, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon sugar [...]
Japanese Noodle Soup
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
FROM JAPANESE Yield: 4-6 servings JAPANESE FORMULA 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons mirin (rice wine) 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1-2 tablespoons garlic-ginger paste (see note) or 2 teaspoons each minced garlic and ginger 2 scallions, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons minced cilantro 2 teaspoons sugar SOUP 8 ounces chicken breast meat, thinly shredded, or [...]
Thai Vegetable Green Curry
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Chicken and Poultry Dishes, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes
Serves 4 This curry gets better over time and is at its best when prepared a day before serving. Gently reheat the curry over medium-low heat before serving. THAI FORMULA 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger 2-4 tablespoons green, yellow or red Thai curry paste 3 tablespoons Thai fish sauce 1 (14-ounce) can [...]
