Release date is 2016-11-13

Produced by Tom Cosmas and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

"A Handbook of Fish Cookery: How to buy, dress, cook, and eat fish" by Lucy H. Yates is a practical guidebook written in the late 19th century. This book serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the selection, preparation, and cooking of various fish, along with insights into their nutritional benefits. The author emphasizes the importance of fish in the diet and shares knowledge about different varieties and cooking techniques. The book is structured into four main parts: choosing and buying fish, cooking methods, tested recipes, and fish sauces. Yates details how to identify fresh fish and discusses proper handling techniques to avoid spoilage. The cooking section provides a variety of methods, including baking, broiling, frying, and boiling, supplemented by a collection of tested recipes that showcase the versatility of fish dishes. Overall, this handbook not only instructs readers on culinary techniques but also encourages a greater appreciation for fish as a valuable food source, suitable for all budgets. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Original publication data not identified