The Magic of Tinned Fish: Elevate Your Cooking with Canned Anchovies, Sardines, Mackerel, Crab

Tinned fish is a versatile, affordable, and healthy ingredient that can be used in 75 recipes to change the way we think about and cook with it.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 29 June 2021
Publisher: Artisan

Tinned fish is a remarkable ingredient that has been recognized as one of the world's greatest by The New York Times. Its versatility, harvested and preserved at the peak of its quality and flavor, makes it more economical than fresh seafood. Moreover, tinned fish is as healthy and nutrient-packed as food gets. In this cookbook, author McDade focuses on sustainable and easy-to-find anchovies, sardines, mackerel, shellfish, and more, offering 75 recipes that will revolutionize the way we think about and cook with tinned fish.

One of the standout recipes in the book is Spaghetti con le Sarde, a dish that showcases the addictively delicious flavors of tinned fish. The spaghetti is cooked with a flavorful tomato sauce that is made with sardines, garlic, and olive oil. The result is a dish that is both salty and satisfying, hitting the spot with its bold and complex flavors.

Another recipe that demonstrates the versatility of tinned fish is a pork roast with a mackerel-based "tonnato" sauce. The mackerel is cooked in a creamy sauce that is flavored with lemon, capers, and olive oil. The result is a dish that is both rich and savory, with the mackerel's smoky flavor complementing the creamy sauce perfectly.

Tinned fish can also be used to elevate mac and cheese with crab. The mac and cheese is made with a creamy sauce that is infused with the flavor of crab meat. The result is a dish that is both luxurious and indulgent, with the crab's sweetness balancing out the richness of the cheese.

Finally, the book includes a simple and delicious snack that is sure to become a favorite: anchovies, bread, and butter. The anchovies are served on bread with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt. The result is a dish that is both salty and savory, with the anchovies' meaty flavor complementing the bread's texture perfectly.

Cooking with tinned fish is pure magic, as these recipes demonstrate. With its versatility and bold flavors, tinned fish can be used to create dishes that are both sophisticated and comforting. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this cookbook is a must-have for anyone who wants to explore the world of tinned fish.

Weight: 698g
Dimension: 184 x 235 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781579659370