Healthy and delicious meals without meat

When it comes to meatless dishes, Cold Storage Seafood, a trusted name in the seafood industry for 27 years, remains committed to making mealtimes easy, delicious and meaningful with high-quality seafood selections.

This year, Cold Storage Seafood highlights three versatile products — Black Cod (Gindara), Norwegian Salmon and Cream Dory Fillets — along with simple, flavorful recipes that anyone can make, even in small kitchens. Whether you’re preparing a meal for one or feeding a family, these recipes celebrate the natural goodness of seafood with fresh, locally inspired flavors.

Lemon Butter Gindara Fillet

A bright and zesty dish highlighting the delicate flavor of Black Cod (Gindara).

Ingredients:

1 fillet Black Cod (Gindara)

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sear the gindara fillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.

2. Remove the fish from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.

3. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

4. Return the fish to the pan and spoon the lemon butter sauce over it for 1-2 minutes.

5. Serve with some salad, steamed rice, or sautéed vegetables.

Baked Salmon with Creamy Garlic Sauce

A rich, oven-baked dish featuring Norwegian Salmon, perfect for a cozy Lenten meal.

Ingredients:

1 fillet Norwegian Salmon

2 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup all-purpose cream

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp lemon juice

1/4 cup grated cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with foil and lightly grease it with olive oil.

2. Place the salmon on the tray, season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

3. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cream and stir well.

4. Pour the creamy garlic sauce over the salmon. Sprinkle grated cheese if desired.

5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

6. Serve with steamed vegetables and rice.

Crispy Cream Dory with Spiced Vinegar Dip

A crunchy and flavorful take on Cream Dory Fillets, perfect for dipping in spiced vinegar.

Ingredients:

2 fillets Cream Dory, cut into strips

1/2 cup flour

1/2 cup cornstarch

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 egg, beaten

Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

2. Dip fish strips in egg, then coat with flour mixture.

3. Heat oil and deep-fry until golden brown.

4. Serve with spiced vinegar or garlic mayo.

A Lenten Season Made Easy with Cold Storage Seafood

Cold Storage Seafood ensures that every Filipino home can enjoy fresh, responsibly sourced seafood during Lent. With easy-to-cook selections and versatile ingredients, meal planning becomes simple, delicious, and hassle-free. Whether you’re looking for a comforting dish, a quick weekday meal, or a crowd-pleasing favorite, Cold Storage Seafood has everything you need for a meaningful Lenten season.

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