What are some interesting herbs/spices to sprinkle over fish? [closed]

I typically just pan fry my fish (typically cod, rockfish or salmon). For cod I dip it in batter (egg+flour) and for salmon, I marinate it in a Tandoori-ish type of yogurt-based marinade. In all cases I use an impromptu made mix of spices consisting typically of ginger powder, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper.

I often feel that some specific fish spice/herb would fit in better. Anybody have any suggestion? I don't like processed spices (like Old Bay), I prefer base ingredients (don't even use premixed curry).

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Best Answer

One of the best seasonings that works as a base for fish is "zesty lemon and pepper seasoning salt" by McCormik which is currently available in Costco stores. You can make that from scratch, however it is difficult to find the dehydrated lemon.

To take your seasoning to the next gourmet level, mix in powdered saffron and dried parsley. Also, if you can find "Aleppo peppers" the spice in your area, use that too.

I mix the following ingredients to make my fish seasoning:

1 tbsp lemon and pepper seasoning salt (recommended, McCormik)

1 tbsp Aleppo peppers

1 tbsp dried parsley

1 tsp powdered saffron

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp freshly ground black peppers

1 tsp or so kosher salt

Place all the ingredients in a stone mortar or spice grinder and coarsely powder them ,not very fine though, just enough to soften the parsley and blend every thing together.

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What herbs can you sprinkle on fish?

What herbs go best with fish. If you want to stick to classic herbs ad spices, try fresh flavours like dill, parsley, sage, garlic and chives which are especially good with fish. Fresh dill and chives pair well with all types of seafood, particularly salmon, adding a delicate, sharp punch to your dishes.

What should I season my fish with?

You can season and add toppings to fish, so that no matter how you cook it, it will taste delicious. However, if you are sticking with a very simple preparation of just salt, pepper, lemon, and a sprinkling of herbs, pan-frying in butter produces the very best flavor and texture.

Which is a strong herb used to sprinkle on roast meat & fish?

Basil. Basil is a bright and powerful flavor that pairs well with the deep flavors of beef dishes. It is delicious when cooked into a recipe, but best if added towards the end of the cooking time to brighten the dish and add a new facet of flavor. Basil does not dry well, it becomes black and tasteless when dried.

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