Seafood
Poached Ginger Salmon Steaks
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Makes use of the microwave oven.
Perciatelli with Tuna, Capers and Tomatoes
A country-style Italian bread and a hearty salad of romaine with roasted peppers and black olives would be great with this pasta dish. Pears with walnuts and Gorgonzola cheese would be a nice dessert.
Corsican Grilled Whole Fish with Breadcrumbs and Anchovies
On the island of Corsica, whole fish is simply baked or grilled for maximum flavor. Local cooks often use mountain trout, sea bream, grouper or mullet, but you can use sea trout, lingcod or sea bass with good results.
Sauteed Cod Provençale
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Pepper- and Coriander-Coated Salmon Fillets
A sprinkling of orange peel and parsley contrasts with the spicy crust on the salmon fillets. Serve with corn on the cob and a crisp, cold Chardonnay.
Trout with Cucumber and Sour Cream
A delicate and sophisticated main course. Look for trout fillets with skin or have the fishmonger fillet two whole trout for you.
Salmon Teriyaki with Carrots and Onions
Can be prepared in less than 45 minutes.
Mussels with Leeks, Saffron and Cream
Serve this flavorful saffron-scented dish as either an appetizer or a main course.
Fried Catfish with Chive-Ginger Sauce
The slightly sweet sauce is a nice complement to the delicate fish. Serve it with stir-fried green beans and steamed rice.
Sauteed Red Snapper with Creamed Fennel and Onion
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.