Friendship Day is a time to celebrate the cherished bonds that enrich our lives. What better way to honor these connections than with delicious food shared among friends? This year, elevate your Friendship Day celebrations with our curated selection of wholesome fish recipes featuring pollock, salmon, and mackerel. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a meal together, these dishes are sure to add a special touch to your festivities.

1. Crispy Oven-Baked Pollock with Herb Parmesan Crust

**Ingredients:**

– 4 pollock fillets

– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)

– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

– 1 teaspoon garlic powder

– 1/2 teaspoon paprika

– Salt and pepper to taste

– 2 tablespoons olive oil

– Lemon wedges, for serving

**Instructions:**

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

2. In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, chopped basil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Pat dry the pollock fillets with paper towels and brush them lightly with olive oil.

4. Dredge each fillet in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat both sides evenly. Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet.

5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pollock is cooked through and the crust is golden and crispy.

6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.

2. Honey Soy Glazed Salmon

**Ingredients:**

– 4 salmon fillets

– 1/4 cup soy sauce

– 1/4 cup honey

– 2 cloves garlic, minced

– 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

– 1 tablespoon sesame oil

– 1 tablespoon olive oil

– Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

**Instructions:**

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.

2. Place the salmon fillets in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

4. Remove the salmon from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later.

5. Cook the salmon fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and slightly caramelized.

6. While the salmon is cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

7. Drizzle the thickened marinade over the cooked salmon.

8. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

3. Grilled Mackerel with Herb Butter

**Ingredients:**

– 4 mackerel fillets

– 2 tablespoons olive oil

– Salt and pepper to taste

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

– 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

– 1 tablespoon lemon juice

– 1 clove garlic, minced

**Instructions:**

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

2. Brush the mackerel fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

3. Grill the fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

4. While the fish is grilling, prepare the herb butter by mixing the softened butter, parsley, dill, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl until well combined.

5. Remove the mackerel from the grill and place a dollop of herb butter on each fillet.

6. Serve immediately, allowing the herb butter to melt over the hot fish.

As you prepare to celebrate Friendship Day, remember that the joy of sharing good food with great company is a recipe for lasting memories. We hope these fish recipes inspire moments of laughter, connection, and culinary delight among your friends. From all of us at VDTG, happy Friendship Day!