Five Ways To Cook Cream Dory Fillet That You Should Not Miss
Cream dory, also known as pangasius or catfish, is a type of freshwater fish that originated from Southeast Asia. It is now widely available in the market, and its popularity can be attributed to its mild-tasting, flaky white flesh that can be easily cooked. Many people love cream dory because of its neutral flavor, but many may not know how to cook it properly. That’s why here’s a list of five delicious recipes that will make eating cream dory a delightful experience with The Good Meat.
In this blog post, we will share with you five different ways to enjoy cream dory fillets.
Steaming
Steaming is one of the healthiest ways to cook cream dory fillets. It preserves the natural flavors and nutrients of the fish while keeping it moist and tender. Here’s how you can prepare steamed cream dory fillets:
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of cream dory fillets
- Salt and pepper
- Ginger, thinly sliced
- Soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Scallions, chopped
How to Cook
- Season the cream dory fillets with salt and pepper.
- Place the ginger slices on a heatproof dish and place the cream dory fillets on top.
- Steam the fish for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Once the fish is cooked, pour the soy sauce mixture over it and sprinkle chopped scallions on top.
Tips:
• Make sure to use a heatproof dish that can withstand high temperatures.
• Do not overcook the fish to avoid making it dry and tough.
Stewing
Stewing cream dory fillets in a flavorful broth is another delicious way to enjoy this fish. The slow cooking process allows the fish to absorb the flavors of the broth, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish. Here’s how you can prepare stewed cream dory fillets:
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of cream dory fillets
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic, minced
- Onions, sliced
- Tomatoes, diced
- Fish broth or water
- Carrots, sliced
- Potatoes, sliced
How to Cook
- Season the cream dory fillets with salt and pepper.
- In a pot, sauté garlic and onions until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and continue cooking until softened.
- Pour in fish broth or water and bring to a boil.
- Add sliced carrots and potatoes and simmer until almost cooked.
- Gently place the cream dory fillets in the pot and let it cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Serve hot with steamed rice.
Tips:
• Use fresh vegetables and fish broth to enhance the flavor of the stew.
• Do not stir the pot too much to avoid breaking the fish fillets.
Deep-fry
If you are in a hurry or you want something that is easy to cook, deep-frying cream dory fillets is a quick and easy way to prepare a flavorful dish that can be served with rice. Here’s how you can prepare deep-fry cream dory fillets:
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of cream dory fillets
- Salt and pepper
- Flour
- Cornstarch
- Lemon juice
- Paprika
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg/s
- Cooking oil
How to Cook
- Season the cream dory fillets with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the coating stations by placing flour in one bowl, combining cornstarch, paprika (optional), and lemon juice (optional) in another, and beating an egg in the last.
- Coat the fish by dredging it in flour, dipping it in the cornstarch mixture, and finally coating it in the beaten egg. Add breadcrumbs for extra crispiness if desired.
- In a pan, heat oil and fry the fish fillets until crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, and serve over steamed rice, along with your sauce of choice.
Tips:
• Fry the fish fillets in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
• Use high heat to achieve a crispy texture.
Baking
Baking cream dory fillets is another healthy and easy way to cook this fish. It requires minimal preparation and can be customized with different seasonings and toppings based on your preference. All you need is a fresh cut of cream dory fillet and you’re ready for cooking. Here’s how you can bake cream dory fillets:
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of cream dory fillets
- Salt and pepper
- Lemon juice
- Butter, melted
- Breadcrumbs
- Parmesan cheese, grated
How to Cook
- Season the cream dory fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Brush melted butter on the fish fillets.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese.
- Coat the fish fillets with the breadcrumb mixture and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 15-20
Cook your favorite Cream Dory recipe with The Good Meat
The Good Meat offers high-quality seafood products that will surely level up your dining experience. Cream Dory has a delicate taste and firm texture, perfect for any recipe you have in mind. But you can try the recipes above to elevate your dining table and give everyone a good dining experience. Remember, that good food comprises good quality ingredients.
