Everything you need to know about cooked.fish
Fish is a distinct category of aquatic protein with unique characteristics, cooking methods, and nutritional profiles. By focusing exclusively on fish, we can provide comprehensive, specialized content that serves this specific need better than generalized seafood sites.
No. Shellfish (crustaceans and mollusks) are fundamentally different from fish in biological classification, preparation techniques, and culinary applications. This site is dedicated to fish only. We know scallops are delicious. We know shrimp are versatile. The answer is still no. If you're looking for lobster, shrimp, crab, clams, mussels, oysters, or scallops, there are many excellent resources elsewhere.
Yes! As long as fish is the star of the dish. Bouillabaisse? Absolutely. New England fish chowder with bacon? You bet. Tom yum pla? Of course. But the second a clam, shrimp, or lobster tries to crash the party, it's off the site. No clam chowder. No surf-and-turf stew. No "mixed seafood" cop-outs. Fish soups are in. Shellfish identity crises are out. If it swims with fins and stars in the soup, we're cooking.
As long as fish is the star of the dish, we're fine with supporting ingredients that add flavor. Bacon-wrapped trout? Great. Pan-seared halibut with crispy pancetta? Perfect. Cod chowder with bacon? Delicious. The rule is simple: fish must be the main protein and the centerpiece of the recipe. We're not making bacon-wrapped scallops (shellfish), chicken with a side of fish (chicken is the star), or surf-and-turf (two equal proteins). But if you're using bacon to add smoky depth to a fish dish where fish is clearly the hero, that's cooking smart, not breaking rules.
No. This is a serious fish recipe database. The name is memorable and the domain extension is appropriate. We are committed to providing accurate, useful recipes for cooking fish.
We cover all edible fish species, from common varieties like salmon, tuna, and cod to less common species like monkfish, branzino, Arctic char, barramundi, Chilean sea bass, swordfish, snapper, and grouper. If it's a fish that can be cooked and eaten, we aim to have recipes for it.
Not at this time. We are currently focused on building a comprehensive, curated collection of tested recipes. We may introduce user submissions in the future.
Use the search bar on the homepage or recipes page to search by fish type, recipe name, cuisine, or cooking method. You can also use the filter options on the recipes page to narrow results by specific criteria. The search supports fuzzy matching, so searching for "mahi" will find "mahi mahi" recipes.
Yes. All recipes are either tested in-house or sourced from reliable culinary sources with proven track records.
Not currently. Nutritional content can vary significantly based on portion sizes, specific ingredients, and preparation methods. We focus on providing clear recipes with accurate cooking instructions.
Not yet. This is a planned feature. For now, you can review the ingredients list on each recipe page to determine if it meets your dietary needs.
We use modern web technologies (Next.js, React 19, Tailwind CSS v4) and prioritize performance. The site is statically generated where possible and hosted on Vercel's edge network. We don't use heavy third-party scripts or bloated frameworks. No autoplaying videos, no tracking pixels from seventeen different ad networks, no essay about our founder's childhood before you can see a recipe. Just fish, fast.
There are designated ad slots on the site to support development and hosting costs. We limit ad placements to maintain a good user experience.
We acknowledge that sustainable fishing practices are important. While we don't currently provide sustainability ratings for each recipe, we encourage users to source fish from responsible suppliers and to be aware of overfished species in their region.
We are actively expanding the recipe database. New recipes are added regularly, with a goal of having 50-75 recipes by the end of January 2026 and continued growth thereafter.
Yes. Each recipe page is designed to be print-friendly. Use your browser's print function (Ctrl+P or Cmd+P) to print any recipe.
No. The website is fully responsive and works well on mobile devices. We have no plans to develop a native mobile app at this time.
We strive for accuracy, but errors can occur. If you find a mistake, please contact us with details. Contact information will be available on the About page.