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Saddletail Snapper
- Saltwater
Most Tropical Snapper (seaperches family) have superb white flesh and a delicate, yet generous, flavour. They can be prepared in a wide range of ways including grilling, poaching, deep frying, shallow frying, baking and steaming. Simple pan-frying allows for a range of different flavours and textures to be utilised. Crimson Snapper can be large, but the smaller fish are excellent baked whole...
More about the Saddletail SnapperOysters have a strong, rich and distinctive flavour and a soft, silky texture. They are often served...
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King prawns are one of the most popular species of prawn in Australia, due no doubt to their rich...
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Tailor is a well-known Australian finfish with a rich, strong flavour. Its high oil content makes it...
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The meat of bugs, found only in the tail, has a medium-to-strong flavour. They can be bought as...
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