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Comment on French “Nabemono” with Monkfish by Amelia Saltsman

Amelia Saltsman — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:45:36 +0000

I received an email from a Seafood Watch advocate about my recommended use of monkfish. She points out that monkfish is often on the “avoid” list because it is often caught by trawling and gillnets, practices harmful to ocean floor and unfortunate by-catch. I should have been more specific about encouraging you to make sure that whatever fish you choose has been sustainably harvested. Unfortunately, many sorts of fish, particularly bottom fish, which include flounder types like halibut, are often caught by trawling and gillnets instead of line-caught. Just as we choose to purchase sustainably grown produce over produce grown under “Tomatoland” conditions, we need to apply the same standard of care making choices for all our foods. We need to fight for environmentally better practices overall, but also build awareness to choose those items produced or caught with care when there is a choice. As with everything else, we currently must pay a premium upfront for sustainably harvested foods. In my opinion, that’s nothing compared with what we must pay in the long run for destruction of planet and doctor bills….

Comment on French “Nabemono” with Monkfish by Amelia

Amelia — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:22:43 +0000

Thanks so much Faye. Yes, shallow bowls–the better to spoon up the delicious broth–as in the picture in One-Pot Detox Dinner post. These are indeed complete meals, so no additional accompaniments necessary, but of course, any embellishments one has time for are always fun. Certainly would be a great way to dress up such a simple meal and turn it into company fare.

Comment on French “Nabemono” with Monkfish by Faye

Faye — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:31:47 +0000

This dish and your previous one-pot dinner are just beautiful! I love the saute-simmer method and the way these recipes are so flexible.
Do you serve these dishes in shallow bowls? On their own or with rice, couscous, bread?

Comment on Easy One-Pot “Detox” Dinner by Amelia

Amelia — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:33:08 +0000

Mais bien sur! Any wide pot will do. And lucky you if you’re the owner of a heavy-duty Le Creuset casserole or dutch oven!

Comment on Easy One-Pot “Detox” Dinner by Jacki

Jacki — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:00:48 +0000

OK, so you’ve got your enamel-lined cast-iron Nabe. Could you go français and use a Le Creuset pot or do I have to go shopping? xxJacki

Comment on Easy One-Pot “Detox” Dinner by Amelia

Amelia — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:02:44 +0000

Thanks for writing, Jill. I’m surprised you didn’t have success at the stores you mentioned. I bought mine at marukai a few years ago. But you can click on the “Japanese pot” link in my post to buy one just like the one you see on my stove–

Comment on Easy One-Pot “Detox” Dinner by Jill Baldauf

Jill Baldauf — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:48:50 +0000

OK I was totally excited to try this but can’t find a Nabe pot. I looked at Mitsuwa and Marukei markets. Any suggestions?

Comment on Santa Monica Farmers’ Market Cookbook Does Whole Foods by Amelia

Amelia — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:02:04 +0000

Absolutely will have books there and lots of holiday entertaining ideas! Looking forward to seeing you there!

Comment on Santa Monica Farmers’ Market Cookbook Does Whole Foods by Julie Janney

Julie Janney — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:53:07 +0000

Amelia, I’ll try to see you on Montana on Sunday. Will uou have your books? I can get some then. cheers!

Comment on Santa Monica Farmers’ Market Cookbook Does Whole Foods by Barrett Ashwood

Barrett Ashwood — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 10:05:44 +0000

You should have a Facebook ‘like’ button on here, I think. If you had a fan page you’d build up quite a supporter base with posts like these.