Anonymous
Post 02/08/2024 21:27     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
Seriously, Bluefish is the fishiest fish ever, and deelish! Used to be able to get it in the DMV on occasion but haven’t seen it in years.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 20:18     Subject: Re:What is considered "fishy" fish?
Non-fishy fish: cod, haddock, halibut, branzino!
Surprised branzino wasn't a more popular example. Delicious!
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 18:42     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
Anonymous wrote:Just don't make fish.

But generally speaking the white fish have a mild flavor -- like, say halibut, sole, cod, or tilapia. They are not "fishy." The fish with stronger flavor are fishy (swordfish, salmon, trout, mackerel, and anything super oily like sardines and anchovies).


I had anchovies prepared three ways in Cinque Terre and it was the best meal of my life. I even put a picture of it on our Christmas card that year!
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 18:29     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
People who say "fishy fish" just dont like any fish. If you cant articulate which you dont like you sound like a child though.

No point in taking the risk, she'll probably hate it anyways.

I love butterfly/spatchcock chicken on the bbq though. Or bricked in a cast iron pan!
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 18:22     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
I don't mean to be a nay-sayer because I was extremely excited to try Chicken Marbella when I first heard about it... but we didn't find it amazing. it was fine, and that was it. Made the NYT version.

Of course it's subjective, but we've loved these chicken recipes much more:

https://www.southernliving.com/marry-me-chicken-7486309

https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/4406-chicken-breasts-with-tomatoes-and-capers?unlocked_article_code=1.Tk0.pDmR.9KHufWG0izNx&smid=share-url

https://littlespicejar.com/skillet-chicken-balsamic-caramelized-onion-cream-sauce/

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a11646/chicken-with-mustard-cream-sauce/

Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 16:29     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
I agree that someone who doesn't like "fishy fish" just doesn't like fish. What she considers "fishy" may not be what most people consider fishy. Why risk it? Serve something else.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 15:53     Subject: Re:What is considered "fishy" fish?
If she doesn’t like fishy fish, I would just serve beef or chicken. PPs are right that it generally means oily or otherwise strong tasting fish.

Mahi mahi is a good choice, preferable with a crust and/or flavorful sauce.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 11:01     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
Just don't make fish.

But generally speaking the white fish have a mild flavor -- like, say halibut, sole, cod, or tilapia. They are not "fishy." The fish with stronger flavor are fishy (swordfish, salmon, trout, mackerel, and anything super oily like sardines and anchovies).
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 10:59     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Trout, salmon, sea bass, tuna

Not fishy- cod, halibut


I would say the opposite. To me fishy fishy means flaky white fish that you'd get in fish and chips or fish sticks


NP. No, the flaky white fish you get in dishes like that are inoffensive/non-fishy. Cod, haddock, tilapia. Stuff that a kid would be willing to eat.


My kid loves tuna and thinks tilapia is disgusting
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 10:57     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Trout, salmon, sea bass, tuna

Not fishy- cod, halibut


I would say the opposite. To me fishy fishy means flaky white fish that you'd get in fish and chips or fish sticks


NP. No, the flaky white fish you get in dishes like that are inoffensive/non-fishy. Cod, haddock, tilapia. Stuff that a kid would be willing to eat.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 10:55     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Having a dinner party and when I asked guest if there was anything she didn't eat, she said, "pork and fishy fish." I like all fish and because I always buy fresh haven't experienced "fishy" fish. What types of fish do you think she means? Thanks.


Make what you want and she can damn well eat it if she's hungry. I hate picky adults. She sounds like a pain in the ass.


I can't possibly understand this. The point of a dinner party is to be a gracious host. You're supposed to want your guests to enjoy themselves.

If you serve something accidentally that someone doesn't like, that's one thing, but if you've specifically asked what someone doesn't like, then it's rude to serve it. It's like a slap in the face.

I wouldn't serve fish at all. I'd be worried that they meant "fishy" as opposed to shellfish or something. I'd probably serve chicken.


Chicken is boring. I love fish. OP should obviously make both chicken and fish. Just be a short order cook.
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 10:54     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
Anonymous wrote:Trout, salmon, sea bass, tuna

Not fishy- cod, halibut


I would say the opposite. To me fishy fishy means flaky white fish that you'd get in fish and chips or fish sticks
Anonymous
Post 02/07/2024 10:53     Subject: What is considered "fishy" fish?
Anonymous wrote:Oily fish eg. Mackerel, sardines, arguably salmon.


Safe is usually white fish: tilapia, cod, halibut, etc.


I guess salmon is controversial- I think of it as a less “fishy” fish. And escolar as well, even though it is oily.