Why Is A Fish Cracker Called A Fish Cracker?

Fish crackers are a popular snack food in many Asian countries, known by various names like krupuk ikan in Indonesia or keropok ikan in Malaysia. But why are these crispy, puffy crackers called “fish” crackers when they don’t really taste like fish? As a snack food lover and casual culinary explorer, I was curious about … Read more

Poaching Fish: Should You Use Milk or Water?

Whether in butter, milk, or court-bouillon, this easy and oft-overlooked technique is more flavorful than you may think. Put away the searing-hot pan and step away from the fiery grill. When I was writing my book, The Pacific Northwest Seafood Cookbook, I found that most people cook fish the same way they cook meat. Learning … Read more

Why Do Some Vegetarians Eat Fish But Not Other Meat? Examining the Pescatarian Diet

Pescatarians have a lot in common with vegetarians. Fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, eggs, and dairy are the only foods they don’t eat. But theres one way they part company from vegetarians: Pescatarians eat fish and other seafood. Vegetarian diets that exclude meat are growing in popularity for ethical, environmental and health reasons. … Read more