What is a lionfish?
Lionfish is a white flaky fish, firmer in texture than halibut, no “red line” with a flavor profile somewhere between a thin grouper fillet and mahi mahi ( dolphinfish or dorado depending upon where you live) with a touch of butteriness.
Where can I get fresh lionfish?
If you want to get fresh lionfish you will most likely have to hunt lionfish and catch them on your own or, if you live in an area that is affected by non-native lionfish, you can also go to a local dive shop and ask them for a referral to a diver who is actively hunting lionfish; perhaps you can score some from him or her. Other than in the Foster’s Food Fair chain of grocery stores in the Caymans and Publix in Florida, I am not aware of any other “inland” grocery stores or seafood markets where it is sold at retail.
Why is removing lionfish important?
It is the ultimate in responsible seafood selections because removing lionfish helps our reefs and native fish stocks recover from environmental pressures, lionfish predation and overfishing. Eating non-native lionfish into extinction would , in this case, be a very good thing.
How long to cook lionfish in oven?
I sauted it in olive oil until the skin crisped up, just a few minutes on a side, and then finished it in a hot oven far about 5 minutes. It was absolutely delicious. Anyone that likes mild white fish will love this fish.
What is the best way to eat lionfish?
The most common ways to eat lionfish seem to be in ceviche, fried or raw, sushi or sashimi-style ; my favorite is to eat lionfish sashimi – it needs little else than a bit of wasabi and soy sauce for my taste. Why not get creative though???
Is lionfish healthy?
Eating lionfish is a healthier choice than most other fish commonly served in restaurants like snapper, grouper, dorado, wahoo, amberjack, tunas and billfish. Lionfish have been shown to be higher in heart healthy Omega 3 fatty acids, lower in saturated fats and heavy metals such as mercury.
Can you eat Red Lionfish?
Red lionfish and theDevil Firefish cannot currently be farmed and commercially cultivated, when you eat lionfish you are supporting local fishermen and divers who recognize the danger to their livelihoods, are practicing sustainable fishing methods and making smart decisions! Eating lionfish means that you are putting money back into the local economy, joining an important cause and supporting worthy people!
