Seafood can be a bit intimidating. How long do I cook the fish? What do I season it with? What do I serve with it? Well, you’ll find some answers to those questions in this chapter. Unless the piece of fish is bigger than a typical six- to eight-ounce serving,or contains a bone,you are probably looking at five to seven minutes cooking time maximum. How’s that for quick and easy? Even the busiest executive has seven minutes to spare for a healthy, full-flavored seafood dish. When purchasing seafood,if the fish is whole,the eyes should be clear. The fish shouldn’t smell fishy, and the flesh shouldn’t be soft to the touch; it should have some firmness to it.

Fish is one of the healthiest meats,be brave and creative with the following recipes.