Fish, it’s as versatile as you like. You can fry it, roast it, steam it, put it in a pie or a curry or slap it on a burger. So here are 59 versatile and varied fish recipes to inspire you in the kitchen tonight. Oh, and don’t worry, we remembered the fish cakes.
“Using sourdough as a crust leaves you with a happy balance of crispy bits on top and softer bits where the bread has absorbed the creamy sauce.” – Yotam Ottolenghi. The renowned chef gives the traditional fish pie a tasty spin, using butter-soaked bread cubes that pair perfectly with a chunky seafood sauce.
“Fish burgers are a reg at our house and that crunchy coating, silky mayo and fluffy bun are a match made in heaven. The slaw in this burger is a classic morph of two iconic burger ingredients: iceberg lettuce and pickles. I am all about it.” – Sam Parish
"Perfect for a traditional Good Friday meal (or any day of the week), this pie is pure comfort, with varied flavours and textures making each mouthful a delight. Feel free to vary the ingredients according to what’s available at the market or fishmonger." – Michael James
This seafood starter is the perfect way to kick off a summer soirée.
Shake up your repertoire of roasts with this easy, low-fuss whole rainbow trout, stuffed with a delicious mix of dried fruit, nuts and spices. When you're searching for a red-meat alternative, this delicious seafood option makes the perfect table centrepiece for entertaining.
This main from Cafe Di Stasio is as delicious as it is easy.
“I love this dish. Throw everything in a tray and let the oven do the work." – Silvia Colloca
Trade up the beef for this salmon wellington, perfect for lighter-style entertaining.
"This is my go-to midweek indulgence. Instead of labouring over a bechamel, I combine flour, sour cream and milk to coat the fish in a luscious, creamy sauce." – Phoebe Wood
Poke bowls are all the rage at the moment! Make your own with this deluxe kingfish and kimchi variation.
"Butter lettuce is one of my favourites, because when it's fresh, it's crisp and perfect as a side dish," says Brent Savage.
“Cider plays nicely with any seafood.” – Shannon Bennett.
This cured salmon is certainly worth the wait this summer. Begin this recipe 2 days ahead.
These pot pies are divine on a cool night. Or let's be honest, any night, really.
“Fish fingers, but not as you know them,” says chef and TV personality, Colin Fassnidge.
