Genuine Alaska cod possesses a mild flavor that is pleasing to both seafood aficionados as well as individuals who are a bit more hesitant when approaching fish. Cod requires little seasoning for a successful meal to be created but also works very well with elaborate sauces. The mild taste of the fish means that it will not overpower other ingredients and will instead blend harmoniously with the other flavors that are being introduced. One great recipe that showcases the versatility of cod is seared cod with spicy mussel aioli. This is a wonderful dish to prepare when entertaining a group of guests with more adventurous palettes that are not afraid of a little heat.
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Taking a Look at Sustainable Seafood Practices – Guilt-free Cod
Sunday, June 7th, 2009Cod are a species of whitefish, from the family Gadidae. They can be found in the cold, cool waters off the coasts of the Atlantic and the Pacific, specifically, in the Artco-Norwegian region, the North Sea, the waters around Alaska, and in the waters of the north Atlantic surrounding the UK. Cod is a moist and flaky whitefish that is low in fatty oils and high in protein, making it an exceptionally healthy part of any meal. The popular English platter, fish and chips, uses cod as the main ingredient. Portugal and parts of the Basque Country prize the fish an it is considered a heritage food, playing a large part in many of the nation’s traditional recipes. The fish, with its mild flavor and delicate white flesh is so popular that it is being overfished in many regions, leading to huge depletion in cod population. Cod sustainability, therefore, is becoming increasingly important.
Cooking the Good Stuff – Dungeness Crab
Saturday, May 23rd, 2009Crab is a wonderful treat to bring to the dinner table thanks to its mild flavor and delicate meat. Dungeness crab is an especially enjoyable variety found along the Western coast of the United States. When cooking Dungeness crab it is important that you do so in a fashion that will not compromise the unique flavor of the meat. The best way to cook crab is to boil it but the biggest choice is whether you will use live or flash frozen crab. The level of freshness is obviously better with the live crab but most crabbers flash freeze their catch right after removing it from the water, locking in the taste.