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Category: Fish & Seafood

Wholesome recipes that celebrate the gentle flavours of the sea.

Poached hake medallions in coconut-lime broth, topped with smoked paprika butter, lime slices, and spring onions in a ceramic bowl.

Poached Hake with Lime, Coconut & Paprika Butter

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A delicious keto dish — comforting yet fresh, with tender hake medallions, softly sweet pumpkin, and a fragrant coconut-lime broth....

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Mediterranean hake with tomatoes, baby leeks, zucchini, sweet peppers, lemon and fresh dill

Mediterranean Hake with Lemon, Dill & Summer Vegetables

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A light Mediterranean-inspired hake dish with sweet summer vegetables, fresh dill and bright lemon flavours. Simple, colourful and easy enough for any night of the week....

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This is my invariable advice to people: Learn how to cook—try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless and above all have funJulia Child

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Meat Doneness °C °F
Beef — Rare52°C125°F
Beef — Med-rare57°C135°F
Beef — Medium63°C145°F
Beef — Well71°C160°F
Pork (rested)63°C145°F
Ground meat (beef/pork)71°C160°F
Chicken / Turkey74°C165°F
Lamb — Medium63°C145°F

Insert thermometer into thickest part; allow brief rest (2–5 min) for carry-over.

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Disclaimer

I’m not a medical professional, dietitian, or nutritionist. The recipes, cooking tips, and information on this site are based on my personal experience, research, and ongoing learning journey.

Nothing on this site should be considered medical, dietary, or health advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle, particularly if you have a medical condition or specific health concerns.

Nutritional information provided with recipes is generated using software tools and AI-assisted calculations and should be regarded as an estimate only. Ingredients, brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes can vary significantly, so actual nutritional values may differ from those shown. Please use this information as a general guide rather than a precise measurement.

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