STEAMED MUSSELS IN SPICY TOMATO SAUCE

STEAMED MUSSELS IN SPICY TOMATO SAUCE

I think most people love the Mussels because of the sauce. That is why I always make sure there is a lot of it. And  serve it with some crispy and chunky bread to soak it all up. INGREDIENTS: 1 Lb. Mussels  1 tablespoon unsalted 

OVEN BAKED SEA BREAM WITH FENNEL AND SCALLIONS

OVEN BAKED SEA BREAM WITH FENNEL AND SCALLIONS

The key to this dish is the lemony flavor of the funnel and the aromatic of the white wine which pair very well with the rich flavor of the sea bream. INGREDIENTS: 1 medium Sea Bream ½ pound scallions cut lengthwise 1 small fresh fennel 

SEARED TROUTS WITH FRESH TOMATO SALSA

SEARED TROUTS WITH FRESH TOMATO SALSA

This dish feels fancy and impressive as it is got that prefect crispy skin. It is really an easy recipe to make as it required less effort. INGREDIENTS: SERVE 4 Fresh tomato salsa: 1 1/2  cups diced roma tomatoes 1/2 cup diced red onion 1/4 

PAN- SEARED COD

PAN- SEARED COD

Cod is the kind of white fish that I like , it is nice and flaky. In this recipe. It is seared to perfection and served with mashed potatoes and orange braised carrots. INGREDIENTS: 1 Lb. fresh cod fillets cut to 4 inch pieces  2-tablespoon 

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH PEAS & RADISHES

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH PEAS & RADISHES

It is very important not to overcook the scallops as they quickly become rubbery. In this recipe, I used big sea scallops to be fancy as they are ideal for searing unlike the little bay scallops which are much more smaller and are wonderful in stir-frying. 

LOBSTER ROLL SLIDERS

LOBSTER ROLL SLIDERS

I have always loved lobster. Every summer I cook freshly caught lobsters, boiled or steamed but served with just melted butter; doing so, I always felt like I am eating my summer vacation. These lobster sliders are easy to make but are definitely delicious and 

PERFECTLY PAN-SEARED SCALLOPS

PERFECTLY PAN-SEARED SCALLOPS

To get that restaurant-style seared scallops with that perfect brown crusts and juicy interiors; make sure to pat dry the scallops and use a smoking hot non-stick skillet. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 Lb. scallops 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoon unsalted butter Salt and freshly ground pepper 

SEARED COD

SEARED COD

INGREDIENTS: 1 Lb. fresh cod fillets cut to 4 inch pieces  2-tablespoon olive oil  1 clove of garlic crushed 1 sprig of thyme Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste STEPS: Pat-dry the cod with paper towel and season with salt and pepper and olive 

QUICK CURED TROUT FILLETS

QUICK CURED TROUT FILLETS

Curing fish at home is not that hard, it is so simple as it is nothing more than salt, sugar and some seasoning. In this recipe, the curing process takes only 4 hours, so you can still enjoy your salt-cured trout on a bagel or rustic 

PERFECTLY SEARED TROUT FILLETS

PERFECTLY SEARED TROUT FILLETS

For lunch or dinner, try this easy-to-make seared trout recipe. It is so good, you will think you are on vacation.  SERVE 4 INGREDIENTS: 4 trout fillets 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 Lemon zest for garnish  2 cloves of garlic 4 Sprigs of thyme Chopped 

TROUT IN A PARCHMENT  PAPER (TROTA AL CARTOCCIO)

TROUT IN A PARCHMENT PAPER (TROTA AL CARTOCCIO)

Fish cooked in foil or parchment paper is a great way to retain all its flavor and moisture. Trout fillets are perfect for this method of cooking. I like that you can add just anything, herbs, spices, olives and so on. INGREDIENTS: 1 trout cleaned and 

HOW TO SELECT FRESH FISH

HOW TO SELECT FRESH FISH

It is trout season and I would like to share some useful tips on how to select fresh fish. First, fresh fish should have no smell.  The eyes should be clear and not sunken or depressed  The skin should be bright and shining.  The scales 

PERFECTLY SEARED SCALLOPS

PERFECTLY SEARED SCALLOPS

The scallops are naturally sweet, tender and delicate in flavor. When cooked perfectly, they are crispy on the outside and soft, tender on the inside. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 Lb. scallops 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoon unsalted butter Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste STEPS: 

SEARED COD WITH SICILIAN PESTO

SEARED COD WITH SICILIAN PESTO

Sicilian style pesto, it is not a made up combination based on sun-dried- tomatoes, but it is actually 100% Sicilian pesto. I not only used this delicious pesto for pasta, but it is great with fish as in this recipe. INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup dried tomato 

PACCHERI PASTA WITH SWORDFISH

PACCHERI PASTA WITH SWORDFISH

I love Paccheri pasta because of its large shape as it can be used in many different dishes such as lasagna-style dish, stuffed or just served with a hearty sauce. One of the famous Paccheri recipes in Calabria is Paccheri with swordfish. INGREDIENTS: SERVE 4 

WHOLE BRANZINO BAKED IN SALT CRUST

WHOLE BRANZINO BAKED IN SALT CRUST

An easy recipe and great method of preparing Branzino as the salt traps all the flavors and juices inside the fish.  A very flavorful and tasty dish. INGREDIENTS: 2 Lb. Branzino scaled and cleaned 2 egg whites  6 cups coarse sea salt 1 Tablespoon Olive oil and some for serving ½ 

STEAMED CRABS

STEAMED CRABS

Steamed fresh crabs is all about enjoying the process eating them from cracking, picking and smashing. One needs to be patient to earn that delicate taste. INGREDIENTS: 1Lb. wild live hardshell crabs 1 stack of celery sliced 1 bay leaf 1/2 lemon 1 sprig of 

LOBSTER BOIL

LOBSTER BOIL

August or Lobster season as I called it, which means it is time to enjoy the perfect lobster roll with affordable price. It is the time when the prices are sharply dropped for the consumers and this delicacy presented on the table more often. I 

LOBSTER ROLL

LOBSTER ROLL

I like my lobster roll with just a little bit of melted butter, without the overpowering flavors such as mayonnaise and crème fraiche.  INGREDIENTS About 4 pound live lobsters Split top hot dog buns 4-tablespoon of unsalted butter 2-tablespoon lemon juice STEPS: In Large pot, Bring about 

PAN-SEARED WILD CAUGHT SALMON STEAKS

PAN-SEARED WILD CAUGHT SALMON STEAKS

Salmon are one of the most popular and appreciated fish, famous with their pink color, and firm flesh. Either you prefer your salmon smoked, grilled, seared, poached, steamed or oven baked, It is always turns out so delicious. Personally one of the favorite ways to 

OVEN BAKED BRANZINO

OVEN BAKED BRANZINO

This popular Mediterranean fish is famous for its white, lean and delicate flesh. I find that the best part of the Branzino fish is that it can be prepared in many different ways such as baked, roasted, seared, or grilled. I personally like my Branzino baked 

SEARED BRANZINO FILLETS WITH BELL PEPPERS

SEARED BRANZINO FILLETS WITH BELL PEPPERS

Searing is one of the easiest ways to prepare your Branzino. It is the perfect way to cut your cooking time down to few minutes; you will be amazed with the tender and extra crispy skin fillets. INGREDIENTS: 1 Branzino cleaned, scaled and cut to 

OVEN BAKED COD WITH MOROCCAN CHERMOULA SAUCE

OVEN BAKED COD WITH MOROCCAN CHERMOULA SAUCE

This classic Moroccan sauce based on fresh herbs and spices will make your fish so delicious. I chose Chermoula sauce in this recipe because the cod has lean, gentle and mild flavor that makes it great companion for this sauce. Tips: you can marinade your 

MUST-TRY PAN SEARED COD

MUST-TRY PAN SEARED COD

In this recipe, the fish is seared to perfection in olive oil fragranced and flavored with garlic and thyme. A process so simple that will make you enjoy the delicacy of the fish keeping its gentle and mild flavor. INGREDIENTS: 2 Cod fillets cleaned 4-tablespoon olive 

HEALTHY STEAMED SALMON

HEALTHY STEAMED SALMON

One of the simplest and  is by steaming which preserves the nutrition and the flavor, as the fish stays extra juicy, soft, and moist. Tip: I usually season the water with salt, bay leaf, thyme, peppercorn and slice of lemon to add that extra flavor. 

MUST TRY OVEN ROASTED BRANZINO

MUST TRY OVEN ROASTED BRANZINO

In this recipe the fish is perfectly cooked in the oven with only one layer of few vegetables, which make the Branzino keeps its delicacy, the juiciness, and the freshness. INGREDIENTS: 2 Branzini 1 lemon sliced 1 green pepper sliced ½ red onion thinly sliced 

HERB-ROASTED WHOLE BRANZINO

HERB-ROASTED WHOLE BRANZINO

My favorite Mediterranean fish is the wild caught Branzino or European sea bass; it is delicate white flesh with mild flavor. As there are many ways to cook the Branzino such as grilled, seared, oven baked, braised or even salt crusted, all you may need 

OVEN ROASTED SARDINES WITH MOROCCAN CHERMOULA

OVEN ROASTED SARDINES WITH MOROCCAN CHERMOULA

As a child, sardines were available all year around and I grew up eating sardines two to three times a week.  I recall my mother preparing them in many different ways from a simple dish with just salt, lemon and olive oil to more complex dishes 

SEARED SPANISH MACKEREL FILLETS

SEARED SPANISH MACKEREL FILLETS

As far as I am concerned, there are three major factors buying fish; Fresh, local and wild caught. If these entire characteristics apply, my family ends up having a nice fishmeal. So I decided to buy , which is cheap, available and delicious. INGREDIENTS: 1 

SPANISH MACKEREL AL CARTOCCIO

SPANISH MACKEREL AL CARTOCCIO

I had very limited choices while I was shopping for fish this Saturday; the place was super busy as we are in the middle of the holiday’s season. The only choice I have, or the only fresh fish that was appealing in the display was