20 International Fish Recipes

Whether you’re looking to lighten up your diet or just love fish, I’ve got 20 Global and International Fish Recipes right here that are sure to provide lots of inspiration and delicious meals around the table with loved ones! Beyond mere sustenance…  😉

A collage of interesting international fish recipes.

There was no cast net and the boy remembered when they had sold it. But they went through this fiction every day. There was no pot of yellow rice and fish and the boy knew this too.

~~ Ernest Hemingway, The Old Man and the Sea.

👩🏻‍🍳 Tamara Talks – What is a Pescatarian?

I could be a pescatarian (one who does not eat meat but does eat fish and seafood). So many of my favorite foods come out of the water – oysters, shrimp, scallops, fish. Emphasis on FISH.

When I started putting together this post, I expected some amazing recipes, but I was totally overwhelmed by the quality and variety of the contributions I received. I’m guessing that means there are a lot of fish-lovers out there!

In order to narrow this list to a manageable number, I elected to stay primarily with fish this time; I will bring you a similar collection of shellfish recipes in the near future.  😀

With the change of the seasons, many home cooks tend to rely on meat and poultry for cool-weather fare. I live 45 miles from the Gulf of Mexico (as the crow flies), and I tend to be looking for interesting fish recipes year ’round. My focus with this “roundup” is on dishes that will make your mouth-water when the days are getting shorter… and cooler. Fish soups, stews, and gravies with hearty bases. I hope you’ll find yourself drooling making a few…

Stovetop Fish Recipes

Romesco de Peix (Catalan fish stew) 🐟 Caroline’s Cooking

Catalan fish stew with clams and bread.
Romesco de peix, Catalan fish stew, is a wonderfully flavorful mix of seafood in a sauce made with almonds, peppers, tomato and garlic. It’s comforting, but without being too heavy. Truly delicious.
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Pan Seared Cod Fish with Tamarind Sauce 🐟 The Delicious Crescent

Spicy seared fish with tamarind sauce in a cast iron skillet.
Pan Seared Fish with Tamarind Sauce is an easy recipe that gives you a tasty flaky fish with a spicy crust in a tangy sauce. It is low in calories and carbs, high in protein and healthy fats!
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Halibut Coconut Curry in a Hurry 🐟 Healthy World Cuisine

Halibut coconut curry in a square stoneware bowl with a bowl of rice.
Halibut Coconut Curry in a Hurry is creamy, dreamy and delicately mild and can be on your dinner table in less than 15 minutes.
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Veracruz Style Fish 🐟 Beyond Mere Sustenance

A black stoneware bowl with Veracruz-style fish with rice.
Veracruz style fish featuring olives, capers, and tomatoes along with green chile and triple sec. My speckled trout recipe works great with snapper, cod, and barramundi and more!
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Italian Fish Soup with Angel Hair Pasta 🐟 The Pasta Project

Italian fish soup with angel hair pasta in a white bowl with a giant prawn.
This outstandingly delicious Italian fish soup is served with fried angel hair pasta, fresh parsley, lemon juice and sautéed prawns.
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Romanian Fish Soup 🐟 Where is My Spoon

Romanian fish with whole-cooked potatoes, vegetables, and Romanian garlic sauce in a white bowl.
This is an amazing, traditional Romanian fish soup with whole-cooked potatoes, vegetables, and Romanian garlic sauce.
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Ottolenghi’s Cod Cakes in Tomato Sauce 🐟 The View from Great Island

Cod cakes in a rich tomato sauce with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Ottolenghi’s Cod Cakes in Tomato Sauce is an earthy meal of delicate fish cakes flavored with spices and herbs, tucked into an aromatic tomato sauce.
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Easy One Pan Mediterranean Cod 🐟 Abra’s Kitchen

An easy one pan Mediterranean cod with tiny tomatoes in a cast iron pan.
Easy One Pan Mediterranean Cod with Fennel, Kale, and Black Olives. A super healthy dinner, cooked all in one pan and ready in 30 minutes! Paleo, Gluten Free, Pescatarian, and Whole 30
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Fish in Ginger Onion Gravy 🐟 Cook with Kushi

Fish Curry Recipe (Mangalorean Konkani Alle Piyava Gashi) : Make the best and simplest curry with minimal ingredients in 25 minutes.
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Caribbean Poached Fish 🐟 Garlic and Zest

Caribbean Poached Fish 🐟 Garlic and Zest
For the best mahi mahi recipe, make a simple Caribbean court bouillon. This poached fish in a spicy tomato sauce is healthy and delicious.
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Finnish Salmon Soup – Peter’s Food Adventures

Finnish salmon soup in a white ceramic bowl.
Finnish Salmon Soup or Lohikeitto authentically made with Salmon bone broth, plus an alternative fish soup method that’s ready in 30 minutes
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Pasta with Swordfish from Sicily 🐟 The Pasta Project

Pasta with Swordfish from Sicily 🐟 The Pasta Project
Pasta with swordfish, aubergine and mint is a delicious traditional Sicilian recipe which is a real treat for the taste buds!
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Pumpkin Cod Curry – Champagne Tastes

Pumpkin cod curry in a white ceramic bowl with spoon.
This quick and easy Cod Curry with Pumpkin is an Indian curry made with a spiced pumpkin-tomato sauce, fresh spinach, and gently poached cod.
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Baked Fish Recipes

Baked Mediterranean Fish 🐟 Beyond Mere Sustenance

Baked Mediterranean Fish Fillets with Lemony Orzo on a round black ceramic plate with black flatware. It's low calorie, Mediterranean diet compliant, clean, delicious!
A rich, complex sauce adds flavor to Baked Mediterranean Fish. Quick and simple enough for a weeknight; elegant enough for company. It’s healthy too!
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Pancetta-wrapped Cod with Tomatoes and Lentils 🐟 Supergolden Bakes

Pancetta wrapped cod with lentils and tomatoes on a stoneware plate.
This pancetta-wrapped cod with blistered tomatoes and lentils is fancy enough for a dinner party yet easy enough for a weekday meal.
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Peruvian Baked Cod with Panko 🐟 Beyond Mere Sustenance

Baked Peruvian cod topped with huancaína sauce, Peruvian rice, and green veggies.
This Peruvian Baked Cod with Panko and Huancaína Sauce features baked seasoned panko-crusted cod portions generously sauced with salsa de huancaína.
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Other Methods Recipes

Instant Pot Vietnamese Fish Congee 🐟 Delightful Plate

Instant Pot Vietnamese Fish Congee 🐟 Delightful Plate
Vietnamese fish congee (chao ca) is so flavorful and comforting. Making this rice porridge in a Instant Pot pressure cooker is very fast and easy.
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Easy Broiled Miso Halibut 🐟 Peak to Plate

Miso halibut with shiitakes and green onion on parchment with chopsticks.
This miso halibut is a fun and super easy way to enjoy your catch. You’ll be amazed at how much flavor is packed into this dish with very little effort!
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Mexican Sea Bass with Mango Salsa 🐟 Beyond Mere Sustenance

A serving of Mexican sea bass with avocado crema and mango salsa on a white plate.
Experience the taste of Mexico with this mouthwatering Mexican Grilled Sea Bass featuring creamy avocado crema and fresh mango salsa.
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Accras de Morue (Cod Fritters) 🐟 Little Nomads Recipes

Accras de Morue (Cod Fritters) 🐟 Little Nomads Recipes
Discover the delicious and crunchy world of Accras de Morue – the popular salted cod fritters from the French Caribbean Islands. Made two ways: Deep and Air Fried.
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Well, what do you think? I’ve added a couple of these to my “must try” list! If you’re interested in even more fish and seafood, be sure to check out healthy Latin-inspired fish and seafood. Here’s to eating more fish…

Signature in red and green with chiles and limes. Healthyish Latin cuisine.

🐟More Fish Recipes from Beyond Mere Sustenance

Chupe de Pescado | Peruvian Fish Chowder

Peruvian Tiradito de Atún

Pan-Seared Mexican Fish

Tapado {Instant Pot or Stove Top}

Fish with Creamy Tomatillo Sauce

Jalea de Mariscos

Escabeche de Pescado | Peruvian Fish Escabeche

Latin Salmon with Savory Tamarillo Sauce

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8 Comments

  1. Ive made half of these now…. everyone of them so very enjoyable! Im slowly becoming a fish lover with all of these innovative recipes you keep sharing!

  2. This is a stunningly gorgeous line-up! So many fantastic flavors, and so many intriguing cultural inspirations! Can’t wait to share this! And thank you so much for including our beloved Red Miso Salmon – we’re honored to be included among so many amazing recipes!

    1. It was tough to narrow this down to 20 – I had 145 great submissions! I am looking forward to trying your Red Miso Salmon! Thanks so much 🙂