OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II

[Pigmy Pony]

Thanks, it's just like a creamier mozzarella.

Marco.

I keep seeing the supermarkets advertising them - they look a bit like a giant poached egg from the outside (which would suit me better), then they cut it open and I just think no,no,no, that's wrong. I did say I was a picky eater though.

Rest of it looks nice, just needs a hard boiled (or poached) egg, and I'd be all over it.

[Marco]

I keep seeing the supermarkets advertising them - they look a bit like a giant poached egg from the outside (which would suit me better), then they cut it open and I just think no,no,no, that's wrong. I did say I was a picky eater though.

Rest of it looks nice, just needs a hard boiled (or poached) egg, and I'd be all over it.

Lol, It's a classic Italian dish, and hard-boiled eggs don't go with it. If you've ever been to restaurants in Italy (or France), you'll have seen that certain things go with certain things - and they're quite strict about it:)

Marco.

[Marco]

I felt like something light and simple tonight... Pan-fried scallops with a pea velouté:

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Not sure the picky among you will like scallops, lol.

Marco.

[rmcin626]

I felt like something light and simple tonight... Pan-fried scallops with a pea velouté:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q70/922/O5cqPK.jpg

Not sure the picky among you will like scallops, lol.

Marco.

Love scallops, and those look good

[Barry]

I have difficulty with a lot of sea food. I love shrimps and prawns, but dislike a lot of shellfish: whelks; cockles; mussels and scallops etc. Yet I love crab, lobster and octopus, bit dislike squid.

I also like Japanese sushi and sashimi, but the latter, like steak tartare, has to be fresh. Also like shark fin. :)

Contrary aren't I.

My partner is a passionate icthiophage, and I am learning to expand my piscatorial tastes. For example, tonight we had baked whole salmon, boiled potatoes, onion, tomato, green beans and spinach. :)

(Photos to follow - be patient!)

[Pigmy Pony]

I felt like something light and simple tonight... Pan-fried scallops with a pea velouté:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q70/922/O5cqPK.jpg

Not sure the picky among you will like scallops, lol.

Marco.

No, I think I'd be fine with that.

[Pigmy Pony]

Lol, It's a classic Italian dish, and hard-boiled eggs just don't go with it. If you've ever been to Italy (or France), you'll have seen that certain things go with certain things - and they're quite strict about it:)

Marco.

I've eaten out in France before, and I would never dream of requesting strange (to them) food combinations. They have every right to present food as they see fit, and I have every right to say 'no thanks' and go to the KFC up the road :ner: Although I wouldn't because there's always something on the menu I can eat.

[Barry]

Believe you me, there are 'greasy spoon' cafés in Paris, just as there are superb eateries.

[User211]

I asked AI for 5 creative fish finger recipes. I chose this. I doubled up on the mango salsa so we had some extra. Used a homemade pineapple based scotch bonnet hot sauce instead of the chipotle. It was dead good. Recommended.

I used Young's Tempura battered fish fingers which are really good IMHO.

Here is the scaled-down version of the fish finger tacos recipe, perfectly portioned for 2 people (assuming about 2 tacos each).

Crispy Fish Finger Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa (Serves 2)

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 12–15 minutes | Servings: 2 (makes 4 tacos total)

Ingredients

The Core:

6 fish fingers

4 small corn or flour tortillas

1/2 avocado, sliced

1/2 cup shredded purple or green cabbage

The Mango Salsa:

1/2 ripe mango, peeled and finely diced

2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped

1/2 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced

A small handful of fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped

Juice of 1/2 lime

A pinch of salt

The Chipotle Mayo:

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1/2 teaspoon chipotle paste (or hot sauce, to taste)

A squeeze of lime juice

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the Fish Fingers: Preheat your oven or air fryer and cook the 6 fish fingers according to the package instructions (usually 12–15 minutes at 200°C / 400°F) until extra crispy.

Make the Mango Salsa: In a small bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, and coriander. Squeeze over the lime juice, add a pinch of salt, and toss gently.

Mix the Chipotle Mayo: In a separate tiny dish, whisk together the mayonnaise, chipotle paste, and a splash of lime juice.

Warm the Tortillas: Heat your 4 tortillas in a dry frying pan over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until soft and pliable.

Assemble: Lay out the warm tortillas. Add a base of shredded cabbage and avocado slices. Cut your cooked fish fingers in half and divide them evenly across the 4 tacos (3 halves per taco). Spoon the mango salsa over the top and drizzle with the chipotle mayo.

Enjoy your fresh, crunchy fish finger tacos! Do you have any other questions about making these, or anything else you'd like to cook today?

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[Marco]

Love scallops, and those look good

Always like to ensure they're nicely seared on top:)

Marco.

[Marco]

I have difficulty with a lot of sea food. I love shrimps and prawns, but dislike a lot of shellfish: whelks; cockles; mussels and scallops etc. Yet I love crab, lobster and octopus, bit dislike squid.

I also like Japanese sushi and sashimi, but the latter, like steak tartare, has to be fresh. Also like shark fin. :)

Contrary aren't I.

My partner is a passionate icthiophage, and I am learning to expand my piscatorial tastes. For example, tonight we had baked whole salmon, boiled potatoes, onion, tomato, green beans and spinach. :)

(Photos to follow - be patient!)

I'm similar to you with certain shellfish - I don't like anything too slimy or rubbery, or anything that resembles a bicycle repair kit!

Looking forward to the pics:)

Marco.

[User211]

I felt like something light and simple tonight... Pan-fried scallops with a pea velouté:

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q70/922/O5cqPK.jpg

Not sure the picky among you will like scallops, lol.

Marco.Looks ace. Also looks like you have a decent source of scallops!

[Marco]

I've eaten out in France before, and I would never dream of requesting strange (to them) food combinations. They have every right to present food as they see fit, and I have every right to say 'no thanks' and go to the KFC up the road :ner: Although I wouldn't because there's always something on the menu I can eat.

Haha... They'd likely sling you out on your ear:eyebrows:

Just getting across the point that Del's cooking adheres to classic French and Italian principles. Unless, of course, she's doing Asian!;)

Marco.

[Marco]

Looks ace. Also looks like you have a decent source of scallops!

Cheers, bro. Yeah, the local fishmonger:)

Btw, that fish finger thing was epic!

Marco.

[walpurgis]

My daughter did a rather tasty chicken and rice thingy last night. I'd suppose some might call it a chicken supreme. Should have taken a piccy, didn't cross my mind :rolleyes:.