What's a good way to prepare fish?

Question

I am on a diet, my main source of protein is either fish or chicken. I am not much of a "fish eater" I bought a Red Snapper fillet from my local supermarket and put some seasoning salt on it and baked it. It was ok but the flavors were not very good together. What is a good kind of fish to buy and how can I prepare it without using a lot of extra calories (sauces, marinades ect...) and only some simple spices or vegtables ect.

Answer 1

When dieting (and I have a lot of experience) it's best to bake, broil, steam, or grill. I don't recall ever eating Red Snapper, so I don't know what it tastes like. But, with any fish I prepare, I keep the spices very simple. I use salt and pepper. Only if I get a "wild hair" and want some additional flavor, will I add Lemon Pepper seasoning, which is just black pepper and lemon zest.

If you don't particularly care for fish, I suggest trying Flounder. It has a very mild flavor that I think you'll find more to your liking. I bake or broil flounder. Spray some Pam on your baking surface, salt and pepper, and pop it into the oven to bake or broil. How long to keep it in the oven depends on the thickness of the fillets, so you have to watch it. But, when it's done, it'll flake. When not dieting, I add a touch of butter or margarine to the top of each fillet.

I also cook Salmon fillets. I heat 1T canola oil in a tiny skillet, generously sprinkle Lemon and Pepper on the bottom of the skillet, add the fillet, salt the top of it, cook for a few minutes and turn. This heavily coats the first cooked side with Lemon and Pepper, which I like. You just have to be careful not to overcook (and dry it out.)

I haven't tried it, but I've actually seen people salivate while speaking of Mahi Mahi. I understand it's the perfect fish for people who don't care for fish, because they say it tastes like beef.

Personally, I love Perch. But, it's been almost impossible to find, lately. It does taste fishy.

I like meal preparation to be as quick and simple as possible, when I'm dieting. I use a vegetable steamer to cook shrimp and scallops, adding whatever vegetables I care to eat, such as broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, etc. Combining everything in a steamer limits clean-up, and eliminates cooking with any type of oil, or oil substitute.

I hope this helps you. Good luck on your journey.

Answer 2

I usually bake my fishes in an aluminum pouch with a lemon cut in half, some dill and garlic - it goes well with most fish! I have recently tried cod with cayenne, garlic powder and blackstrap molasses (good source of iron). Flounder is a great choice for a not so "fish eater" as it's mild. Lemon pepper seasoning is always good on fish, just be sure to read the label for MSG - bad stuff that.

Answer 3

I like salmon and flounder. I usually bake my fish with lemon pepper and a little butter.

Answer 4

I like a little malt vinegar, lemon or lime juice with my fish.
Look for light or diet versions of Tartare sauces.

Answer 5

have you tried cajun spices theyare really good or some nice fresh herbs i usually cook mine in some grease proof paper with slat pepper and lemon slices good ouck

Answer 6

get salmon fillets
then put lemon and teriyaki sauce
then bake it till its done

its tasty and low fat

Answer 7

Broiled or baked