Fish

Mullus surmuletus

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Mullus surmuletus is the striped red mullet of the Northeast Atlantic and Mediterranean—small pink-red fish with liver-rich, sweet, shellfish-like flesh prized by chefs. Skin is delicious; flesh is fragile and best cooked whole or as careful fillets. Pan-fry skin-side down in olive oil, roast whole, or grill briefly. The liver is a delicacy in the carcass. Do not overcook; the charm is pearly translucence just set. A true luxury pan fish despite modest size.