Sweet and savory cisco (lake herring)
September 2, 2020
Lake herring, or cisco, formed the foundation of a sweet and savory dish. … More Sweet and savory cisco (lake herring)
Creamy garlic butter salmon
July 9, 2020
Even for folks who don’t like “fishy” flavors, this creamy recipe is a great way to enjoy salmon. … More Creamy garlic butter salmon
Enjoying and storing Michigan ramps
May 21, 2020
It’s easy to freeze wild ramps, so you can enjoy their garlicky flavor year-round! … More Enjoying and storing Michigan ramps
Venison wild rice soup
May 13, 2020
This versatile recipe celebrates three Great Lakes food sources: venison, wild rice, and dandelion greens. … More Venison wild rice soup
M&M’s Seafood Soup
May 8, 2020
Mary uses some Lake Erie walleye fillets to create a savory seafood soup. … More M&M’s Seafood Soup
Pomegranate salmon with Persian jeweled rice
April 16, 2020
El Lower uses fruits, nuts, and spices to create a Persian-inspired rice and fish dish. … More Pomegranate salmon with Persian jeweled rice
Tuscan poached fish
March 26, 2020
Mary Bohling uses Lake Erie walleye in a Tuscan-inspired bean dish! … More Tuscan poached fish
Wild rice and wild mushroom soup
March 2, 2020
Wild rice and wild mushrooms are two tasty, native components in this hearty, creamy soup. … More Wild rice and wild mushroom soup
Freshwater Feasting in Sault Ste. Marie
September 26, 2019
When Michigan Sea Grant staff drove up to Sault Ste. Marie for a conference this fall, mouths started watering. … More Freshwater Feasting in Sault Ste. Marie
Charter fishing adventure ends in tasty fillets
August 23, 2019
Evan Marsee’s charter fishing adventures at 4-H camp led to a tasty fish dinner for the whole crew. … More Charter fishing adventure ends in tasty fillets
Paradise is a basket of fried whitefish
April 19, 2019
One friend of Michigan Sea Grant claims he’s found “the best fish in Michigan.” … More Paradise is a basket of fried whitefish
Crab-free Great Lakes fish cakes
November 28, 2018
Who needs crabs when you can whip up tasty cakes with Great Lakes trout or salmon? … More Crab-free Great Lakes fish cakes
Quick and easy lemon-dill grilled lake trout
September 24, 2018
Elliot Nelson’s tastiest fish recipe is also his easiest — just butter, lemon, and dill. … More Quick and easy lemon-dill grilled lake trout
A smoked whitefish treat in Rogers City
August 16, 2018
A family-owned meat market in Rogers City supplies mouthwatering smoked whitefish. … More A smoked whitefish treat in Rogers City
A Sea Grant family meal: Dinner at Karl’s Cuisine
August 6, 2018
Karl’s Cuisine offers local-caught seafood — and unbeatable views of the Soo Locks! … More A Sea Grant family meal: Dinner at Karl’s Cuisine
Amber Mae’s baked whitefish with garlic scape pesto
July 23, 2018
The Fish Monger’s Wife bakes whitefish fillets with an Italian flair.
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Charley’s Crab in Grand Rapids was a treat
May 23, 2018
Despite its salt-water reputation, Charley’s Crab offers Great Lakes favorites. … More Charley’s Crab in Grand Rapids was a treat
A whole “Lota” deep-fried burbot
April 6, 2018
A deep-fried burbot recipe from the Grumpy Burbot himself. … More A whole “Lota” deep-fried burbot
Smoked cisco chowder
January 31, 2018
By Ellen George As a biologist, I’m a big fan of eating what you study. Charles Darwin famously dined on a variety of “birds and beasts which were before unknown to the human palate” as part of his Glutton Club, where rodents, reptiles, and raptors were often on the menu. Luckily for me, I study … More Smoked cisco chowder
Chef rolls out his pistachio-crusted whitefish for an appreciative crowd
November 2, 2017
Cindy Hudson watches a chef demonstrate his tried-and-true recipe. … More Chef rolls out his pistachio-crusted whitefish for an appreciative crowd
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