Jan Morgan - The Seafood Cookbook: 107 Delightful Fish And Seafood Recipes To Savor

The Seafood Cookbook 107 Delightful Fish And Seafood Recipes To Savor Jan Morgan

Copyright 2016 by Jan Morgan All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. S eafood is simply edible fish and shellfish, such as lobster, shrimp, scallops, mussels, squids, clams and oyster, among others. It is highly nutritious with plenty of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients to keep the body at its best. It is packed with omega-3 oils to help reduce the risk of heart disease and protect against some forms of cancer. Salmon, trout, herring and tuna are all fish that contain high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids.

This is considered the good fat that can be really very healthy to your heart. Seafood is also low in saturated fats, one major cause of high blood cholesterol. Compared to meat and poultry, seafood is a low calorie food. You only need to consume fewer calories to meet your daily protein requirement. This is why it is usually incorporated in diets designed for weight loss or simply eaten to maintain an ideal weight. It also boosts brainpower, improving memory and concentration.

You wont regret including it in your diet. Besides the many health benefits of seafood, here are a few interesting facts you should know:

• To preserve all of the moisture from fish, cook at a low to medium temperature. Do not cook fish at a temperature above 350 degrees. The high heat can lead to a loss of valuable flavor.

• To know if fish is fresh, drop a piece in cold water. If the fish floats, it means it is fresh and has been recently caught. If the fish sinks, it shows that it is not as fresh as desired.

• Thaw fish using milk it is best that way.

  Simply place the frozen fish in milk; this will give it great flavor and color.

• To get oysters out of their shell, soak them in club soda for while. This should make it easier.

• Pregnant women should eat seafood sparingly; no more than two times in a week. Fish may contain mercy or bacteria that may be harmful to the unborn child

• In terms of bacteria, tuna and halibut are the safest fish to eat. Sole is also considered safe, generally.

• Fish can counter your sodium intake. Lots of fish consumption has been shown to reduce some negative effects that your body will encounter from consuming plenty of sodium.

Seafood is delicious and in a class of its own. The following seafood recipes have been carefully compiled for easy and delightful cooking and eating and to leave you healthier, smarter, happier and better looking! Bon Apptit! S weetened with honey and flavored with garlic, the shrimp dish is a welcome appetizer any day.

Servings: 4 Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1/4 yellow onion, chopped 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled & deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon honey Directions: 1. Pour the olive oil in a large skillet, add the red pepper flakes and heat under medium heat. 2. Combine garlic, honey, ginger and onions; cook while stirring until mixture is fragrant. 3. Next, add the shrimp and cook an extra 5 minutes while stirring as necessary.

Cook until the shrimps are opaque and turned pink. Serve dish immediately.

C rab wantons the Hawaiian way, enjoyed with sweet chili sauce is a delightful experience. Servings: 4 Preparation Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 1 quart oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1- 12- oz package imitation crabmeat, flaked 2- 8-oz cream cheese package, softened 1- 5-oz can water chestnuts, drained & chopped 5 green onions, chopped 2- 14-oz wonton wrappers packages Directions: 1. Heat your oil in a large saucepan to 375 degrees F. 2.

Mix the cream cheese, green onions, imitation crabmeat, water chestnuts and soy sauce in a medium sized bowl. 3. Scoop a single teaspoon of the mixture into each wonton wrapper. Carefully fold the wrappers into triangles; moisten your fingers and gently seal edges. 4. Fry wontons in small batches inside hot oil for about 4 minutes or until golden brown.

Drain oil using paper towels.

R equiring no actual cooking, this simple fish appetizer is just perfect for easy entertaining. Servings: 2-4 Preparation time: 2-3 hours Cook time: 0mins Ingredients: 4 smoked trout fillets 1/2 cup dill, chopped 1/2 cup chives, chopped Juice of (3-4 tablespoons) lemon 1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 teaspoon mustard Directions: 1. In a deep dish, place 2 fillets and sprinkle with of the dill and then of the chives. 2. 3. 3.Next page