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Rankin Cod
- Saltwater and estuarine. Caught mostly near reefs.
- Year round
Rockcods are suitable for a wide range of cooking styles, they can be steamed, poached, deep-fried, pan-fried, stir-fried, baked, grilled, barbecued, or eaten raw (sashimi). The species are popular due to their low oiliness and juicy, thick flakes. They are often sold as fillets, but can be found whole which makes for a stunning centre piece for a group occasion. They are especially fantastic...
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Mains
BBQ gummy shark tortilla with green tomato jalapeno salsa and herb salad
Recipe courtesy of Scott Heffernan from series 6 of season 2 of Seafood Escape proudly sponsored by FRDC
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BBQ Hawkesbury school prawns
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Tomato and potato fish bake
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Fish and fennel stew
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Bondi's Best Chef Joel Best takes us on a tour of his restaurant, prepares Chatham Island Blue Cod with Miso soup and shares his handing seafood secrets
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