by Dana Point Fish Company | Jan 26, 2019 | Blog
The world of the dinosaurs just got a bit more bizarre with a newly discovered species of freshwater shark whose tiny teeth resemble the alien ships from the popular 1980s video game Galaga. These were small fish, not the typical giant dinosaur size, and resembled the...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Jan 29, 2018 | Prepping and Fabrication, Recipes
Many, not all, fish have scales and they are on the fish to give it external protection. The Australian Museum has cataloged a great number of fish scales, and they range from sharp looking to round and smooth. Fish scales range is size and type, and in many cases can...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Oct 2, 2017 | Fish Recipes, Tuna
Albacore and Shrimp Beignets 3 cups albacore tuna (hand chopped)1 1/2 cups shrimp meat (hand chopped)2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint1/4 teaspoon rushed fennel seeds1 1/3 cups milk2 eggs2 2/3 cups all purpose flour4 teaspoons baking powder1 tablespoon salt1...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Sep 22, 2017 | Blog
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by Dana Point Fish Company | Sep 20, 2017 | Blog, Recipes
This classic book published in 1977 goes into great detail on the basics of fish cookery. The Encyclopedia of Fish Cookery lists in a A-Z format (aalmutter to zubatac) many different fish species, both fresh and saltwater varieties. Basic terminology is defined, as...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Sep 11, 2017 | Fish Recipes, Salmon
Crudo is a dish consisting of raw seafood and other ingredients to highlight flavors. This crudo plate is simple to put together. Salmon Crudo with Kumquat and Fennel Use as much fennel and kumquats as you want for the salad. Simply whisk the dressing together and...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Sep 11, 2017 | Methods and Terminology, Prepping and Fabrication
Crudo plates are popping up in restaurants lately, and you might think crudo and sashimi are interchangeable, after all they both have raw fish. Although crudo and sashimi both call for raw foods, one is all about the raw fish exclusively (sashimi), and the other...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Aug 29, 2017 | Catfish, Fish Recipes
Southern Fried Catfish Classic recipe for fried catfish adapted from The Southern Junior League Cookbook. 3 pounds catfish filletsSalt and pepper2 cups yellow cornmealCooking oil for deep frying Rinse and pat dry the catfish fillets. Salt and pepper them, and...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Jul 2, 2017 | Grunion, Saltwater Fishing
Here is the 2017 Grunion Run Schedule, for Open Season Only NOTES Grunion open season run from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The grunion run is closed for observation only during the months of April and May. The times above for each date reflect the...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Apr 1, 2017 | Recipes
If you are looking for a good crumb coating for your fried fish or calimari, consider panko. It’s large crumbed, very dry, and holds up well to frying. This post contains affiliate links. What is Panko? Panko is a Japanese breadcrumb product, but unlike regular...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Mar 27, 2017 | Fish Recipes, Halibut
Looking for fish recipe prepared using your slowcooker? Then try this one – Slow Cooker Halibut with Vegetable Stew and Oven Roasted Tomatoes. This calls for halibut, but any thick flake white fish works, such as wahoo. For really busy nights, use canned fire...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Mar 24, 2017 | Blog, Video
Bait ball, San Diego. Sardine and anchovy bait ball hunted by yellowfin and bluefin tunas. Bait Fish from danapointfishcompany on Vimeo.
by Dana Point Fish Company | Mar 24, 2017 | Blog, Video
Feeding baby yellowtail and baby dorado fish. Baby yellowtail are known as firecracers, ‘crackers’, and baby dorado are known as ‘doritos.’ Feeding the ‘Crackers’ and ‘Doritos’ from danapointfishcompany on...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Mar 2, 2017 | Fish Recipes, Recipes
Fresh sardines are often overlooked, yet become a quick and tasty meal when grilled. Grilled Sardines with Roasted Peppers and Pearl Onions Fresh sardines – scaled and dressedRoasted red peppers (seeded and skins removed)Grilled pearl onionsRoasted garlicFresh...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Feb 26, 2017 | Recipes, Sauces & Condiments
Ginger Soy Marinade for Tuna Marinate tuna steaks 10 to 15 minutes before grilling, and brush on fish during grilling. 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger1 clove garlic (minced)1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel1/3 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons sake2 tablespoons...
by Dana Point Fish Company | Feb 22, 2017 | Blog
Great recipe for tuna steaks and tuna on skewers. Ginger Soy Marinade for Tuna Marinate tuna steaks 10 to 15 minutes before grilling, and brush on fish during grilling. 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger1 clove garlic, minced1 tablespoon sugar1/2 teaspoon grated lemon...
