Fish
Almond-Crusted Trout with White Grits and Swiss Chard
The search for crispy trout skin stops here. Dredging the fish in ground almonds works wonders, adding a delightfully toasty exterior.
By Alison RomanPhotography by Nicole Franzen
Mahi-Mahi with Smashed White Beans and Sage
We're a big fan of keeping some frozen mahi mahi on hand in case you don’t have time to run to the fish market. Feel free to substitute swordfish, ono, bluefish, or salmon.
By Sara DickermanPhotography by Danny Kim
Pickled Pepper and Boquerónes Toast
Who knew so much bright, lively, acidic flavor could come from such a small surface area?
By Dawn PerryPhotography by Peden + Munk
Fish and Corn Cakes With Tartar Sauce
This fish and corn cake recipe is a less expensive, equally delicious option for anyone who loves a crab cake. Could you put it on a bun? Why not?
By Jenny Rosenstrach and Andy WardPhotography by Alex Lau
Chicory Salad with Smoked Salmon
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Yossy Arefi
Trout Salad with Citrus and Radishes
Cooking the trout skin side down and only quickly finishing it off on the other side ensures fish will be perfectly crisp.
By Bon AppétitPhotography by Elizabeth Jaime
Black Bass with Warm Rosemary-Olive Vinaigrette
For a complete meal, pair this black bass recipe with roasted potatoes, creamy polenta, or cooked white beans.
By Alison RomanPhotography by Christina Holmes
Pan-Roasted Salmon with Grapefruit-Cabbage Slaw
We’re big fans of the cabbage and crema that’s served atop Baja-inspired fish tacos. Along those lines, this crispy slaw brings out the best in a simple pan-roasted salmon fillet.
Photography by Kimberley Hasselbrink
Smoked Trout with Hearty Greens
Hot-smoked salmon would also work well in this crunchy, surprisingly light fall salad.
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Yossy Arefi
Seared Flounder with Sesame Spinach
This spinach is great on its own, but paired with a quick-cooking protein like flounder, you have dinner in about 20 minutes.
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Yossy Arefi
Swordfish with Black-Eyed Pea Sauce Vierge
Prep like a pro: Chef Mike Lata of The Ordinary in Charleston, South Carolina, makes the vierge (a Southern take on the traditional French accompaniment to seafood) in the morning, so that when dinner rolls around, all that’s left to do is sear the fish.
Photography by Hirsheimer Hamilton
Sea Bass with Cherry Tomatoes
When cherry tomatoes are broiled in the oven, they burst and create their own fresh sauce for this simple sea bass recipe.
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Yossy Arefi
Pasta with Sardines and Lemon
Sardines are one of the ocean’s most sustainable superfoods. Because they tend to fall apart, save half for topping the dish just before serving.
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Yossy Arefi
Broiled Salmon with Baby Zucchini and Squash Salad
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Maria del Mar Sacasa
Tarragon Roasted Halibut with Hazelnut Brown Butter
If using skin-on hazelnuts, rub them inside a clean kitchen towel after they've been toasted--the skins will slip right off. Serve the fish with a lightly dressed butter lettuce and herb salad.
By Alison RomanPhotography by Christopher Baker
Scandi Toast
By Andrew KnowltonPhotography by Christina Holmes
Classic Caesar Dressing
You can't have a great Caesar Salad without a great Caesar dressing. Oh, look: Here's one!
By The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Crispy Rainbow Trout with Snow Pea Salad and Spiced Yogurt Dressing
This rainbow trout recipe is ready in under 20 minutes, and that spiced-yogurt dressing? You're going to want it on everything.
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Maria del Mar Sacasa
Thai Shrimp-Halibut Curry
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Jos Picayo
Swordfish with Olive, Pine Nut, and Parsley Relish
This healthy swordfish recipe is beautifully flavored with shallots, garlic, and green olives.
By The Bon Appétit Test KitchenPhotography by Jos Picayo