In our home, we prefer flaky fish over seafood that comes in a shell and in this collection you will find some of our absolute favourites! If you prefer cod, salmon, tilapia, etc., over shrimp, crab, and mussels, this list of 17 of the Best Flaky Fish Recipes is for you!
Fish was probably the number one source of seafood protein in our family home. Living in Newfoundland, in a small fishing village in the 80s, made sure of that – which is 17 of the Best Flaky Fish Recipes have my personal stamp of approval! Cod, halibut, salmon, and flouder was in abundance back in those days, and we ate it whenever we were presented with the chance. Actually, most people ate it whenever presented with the chance, but I was a little picky when it came to the preparation of fish.
Fish dishes from my mother’s kitchen were basic and home-style. Salted and dried cod was the fish of choice, and unfortunately, it was the only way I would not eat cod. I hated the texture of it; I hated the saltiness of it; and I hated that in most cases, the bones were still in it. Fisherman’s Brewis, not to be confused with Fish and Brewis, were often prepared by my mom or dad. Both dishes are a Newfoundland delicacy and consist of salted cod fish and Newfoundland hard bread.
On the occasion when fresh cod was present, the meal changed from traditional Newfoundland cuisine to what might have been considered modern at that point in time. Fresh cod was never baked – not that I can remember. Usually, it was pan-fried in a cast iron skillet with pork fatback. There was never a need for oil or butter, because fatback was the bomb! Fried cod with fatback that has been diced and fried until rendered and crunchy, (Newfoundlanders call this scrunchions) was the best way to eat cod.
Other than that, cod was lightly battered and deep fried. Personally, I think that was my favourite way to eat cod, probably because we got to eat fries with it! In recent years, I’ve been trying to increase my seafood repertoire. I’ve been branching out into baked fish, like this salmon. And, trying to copy my mom’s fried squid. And, most recently, we’ve been experimenting with shrimp, as you see here in my Crispy Fried Shrimp recipe.
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Salmon is often overlooked when it comes to a holiday main, but if you do it right, it can easily replace the overwhelmingly large and daunting task of roasting an entire turkey. My Glazed Holiday Salmon is smothered with a savoury tart and tangy pomegranate molasses and topped with fresh pomegranate arils!
Salmon fillets are lightly seasoned and fried in butter until they are perfectly done. The salmon is gently flaked into bite-sized pieces and tossed with cooked pasta, lemon juice and zest, and lots of garlic. Fried Salmon Pasta is a beautiful and delicious main which takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish!
Fresh cod fillets are generously topped with fresh minced garlic and a variety of chopped fresh herbs which is combined with mayonnaise and grated parmesan cheese. The fish is perfectly baked until brown and bubbly. Garlic Herb Baked Cod Fish is both savoury and delicious!
Salmon fillets are marinated in olive oil with honey, lime juice, seasonings, and spices. They’re then grilled until charred, yet still light and flaky on the inside. Topped with a salsa consisting of avocado, corn, tomatoes, and lime, this grilled salmon is not only refreshing and delicious but also quite a beautiful and impressive main for you and your family this summer!
There’s no room for mechanically processed fish burgers here! This burger is made with a fresh cod fillet that has been baked to a crispy perfection with a light and airy batter made with buttermilk and panko. Sandwiched between a brioche bun with lettuce and cheese, these Baked Crispy Cod Burgers are the absolute best!
Salmon fillets are liberally dusted with an easy to make homemade blackening seasoning and grilled over high heat to get those prominent grill marks. Once plated, the salmon is drizzled with an optional spiced honey lime sauce. Simple and easy, yet gorgeous and delicious, this is not your average salmon dinner!
Unlike most fish batters that are made with beer, this one is made with a well seasoned buttermilk pancake batter from a box! It sounds a little strange, but it’s absolutely delicious! Fried until crispy, the fish is perfectly cooked and surrounded by slightly sweet, light and airy batter – yum!
No doubt you have heard the expression that simple is best. In the case of this Herb Butter Pan Fried Salmon with Aioli, the expression most certainly applies! Salmon fillets are perfectly fried and topped with a fresh herb butter and drizzled with a delicious and easy to prepare aioli.
Who has time for boring sandwiches? You won’t find that here, and this Dill Pickle Tuna Salad Sandwich is making sure of it! The tuna is prepared with dill pickles and fresh dill for maximum dill flavour. Finish it off with a slice of cheese, crisp lettuce, and sliced tomatoes all on great-tasting, multi-grain bread!
Looking for new ways to use canned tuna? Look no further! Tuna and Tomato Melts are our new family favourite weeknight dinner! All you need is a baking sheet, so there’s very little clean up. Serve with a side of kettle chips for a delicious meal!
Served warm or hot, Salmon and Asparagus Pasta Salad is a complete meal with so much flavour and texture! The fresh asparagus, lemon juice, and freshly grated parmesan cheese come together to elevate the inexpensive and humble canned flaked salmon!
Classic fish recipe flavour ingredients like lemon and garlic come together with the help of some optional sriracha to create a baked tilapia worthy of the highest praise. Boring fish recipes be gone; say hello to Sriracha Lemon Garlic Tilapia!
Slightly sweet with a little tartness, Sriracha Honey Lime Salmon is oven baked on a bed of sliced limes for extra zing and fresh flavour. The sriracha and honey combine to make a wonderful basting sauce with the perfect balance of sweet and heat.
17 OF THE BEST FLAKY FISH RECIPES
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