Looking For Healthy Ways To Serve Fish? Try These 4

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The healthful qualities of fish can, unfortunately, be neutralized if you cook or prepare fish in unhealthful ways. Fish that is battered and fried, slathered with butter, or blanketed in creamy sauces becomes just another vehicle for putting saturated fat and excess calories into the body, and doesn’t let the flavor and texture of good-quality fish shine through.

Instead, try these healthier ways of preparing and eating fish:

1. Raw, as sashimi and sushi – look for sushi grade fish at your local store
2. Marinated as in ceviche – try this Shrimp and Mango Ceviche recipe
3. Steamed, grilled or broiled – these methods are almost always the healthier options, as they add little additional fat yet still impart delicious flavor.
4. Smoked, as in salmon and trout – try the Smoked Fish With Horseradish Sauce

Fresh fish usually tastes better than frozen; ask friends for a reputable grocer who has fresh, quality fish or search online for frozen wild-caught options that can ship to you directly. You can find more healthy fish recipes in the Recipes section on DrWeil.com. Enjoy!

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