Look at this picture of our supper last night. Isn't it just beautiful! So many fresh colors, well-balanced and using seasonal ingredients. Travis picked up a bag of these Swai fillets at walmart a few weeks ago. Neither of us had ward about them before we busted them out. Turns out, Swai has recently become popular due to its affordability and similarity to tilapia. I prefer it over tilapia as it's more substantial than a single filet, has a slightly more noticeable flavor and looks prettier on a plate. Tilapia is easy and inexpensive, yes. But Swai is also easy and inexpensive only new, different and delicious.
I had bought a packet of seafood seasoning at the local farmer's market this weekend. We mixed that with flour, coated the fish, and pan-fried it in oil. We made trav's famous jasmine rice (with jalapeños for the extra kick we both love), roasted fresh asparagus, lightly fried zucchini (just for kicks and giggles), and fresh tomato slices. All in all, I think we did pretty good! Even with the pan fry, we used a lighter oil over lard or crisco. All the ingredients were fresh, free of MSG or chemicals, and in season. The flavor was great and the presentation was impressive, if I do say so myself :)
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