Fish Dishes Your Kids Will Eat

by Michele Cheplic | More from this Blogger

06 Sep 2009 12:54 PM

If your child's fish favorites consist of anything battered and deep-fried, then you might consider the following recipes.

The Citrus Swordfish Skewers and Fresh Fish Tacos are as pleasing to the eyes as they are to the palate. What's more, the fun finger foods allow you to infuse fish into dishes your kids are already familiar with.

CITRUS SWORDFISH SKEWERS

Ingredients:

1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

2 teaspoon fresh lemon peel, finely grated

1/4 cup capers with juice

1/2 cup olive oil

4 teaspoons garlic, minced

2 pounds fresh swordfish, cut into 1-inch cubes

24 pieces red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces

24 pieces marinated artichoke hearts

8 wooden or metal skewers (If using wooden skewers soak in water for 15 minutes prior to use.)

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Combine freshly squeezed lemon juice, fresh lemon peel, capers with juice, olive oil and garlic in large plastic container with a lid.

Add swordfish, bell peppers, and artichoke hearts to marinade. Seal and marinate refrigerated for 2 hours.

When ready to prepare kabobs, drain marinade and discard.

Thread each skewer with 3 pieces bell pepper, swordfish and artichokes, alternating the ingredients.

Season with salt and pepper.

Grill or broil skewers for 10 - 15 minutes until done.

FRESH FISH TACOS

Ingredients:

1 cup half and half

3 tablespoons sour cream

4 tablespoons chopped chipotle peppers

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 teaspoon lemon zest

16 small flour tortilla, just warmed

4 grilled Ahi Tuna steaks, sliced

1 cup of your favorite fruit salsa

1 head of lettuce, shredded

Directions:

To make Chipotle Cream: In a small food processor blend together the half and half with sour cream. Add the chipotles along with salt and lemon zest. Process on high speed until smooth.

Warm the flour tortilla over a small burner. Remove from heat and spoon some of the salsa in the center. Place 4-5 slices of the tuna on top. Top with lettuce and finish with a little chipotle cream. Fold over and serve.

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Michele Cheplic was born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, but now lives in Wisconsin. Michele graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Journalism.

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