Category Archives: seafood

Gravlax – the house recipe

original recipes by walter and andreas vistadpreparation time: 45 minutesmarinating time: 1.5-3 daysemergency contact: carol This is a recombination of Walter’s and Andreas Vistad’s gravlax recipes. Originally posted in 2008, it has been re-tested, updated, and was served this way … Continue reading

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Amy’s all-purpose batter

Amy’s famous batter makes a light, loose and crispy coating for anything from eggplant and zucchini to soft-shelled crab and shrimp. Many have stood at the kitchen counter, watching her every movement, hanging on to every vague instruction and approximate … Continue reading

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Miso marinade for fish

preparation time: 10 minutes cooling time: 60 minutes marinating time: up to 2 days emergency contact: carol white miso – 1/2 cup (125 mL) mirin – 1/4 cup (50 mL) sake – 1/4 cup (50 mL) soy sauce – 2 … Continue reading

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Cantonese steamed fish

preparation time: 20 minutes cooking time: 10 minutes emergency contact: amy or carol 1 whole fish, cleaned – about 2 lbs (something not too firm like rock bass, striped bass) ginger slivers – 1/3 cup scallion slivers – 1/3 cup … Continue reading

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Seafood soufflé

preparation time: 15 minutes cooking time: 10 minutes emergency contact: amy eggs salt sugar soy sauce corn or vegetable oil seafood (clams or dried shrimp are best, fresh shrimp works fine, and for a non-seafood version, sprinkle toasted prosciutto bits … Continue reading

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