The lionfish is an explosively invasive fish and probably the worst
man-made ecological disaster ever witnessed. By out-breeding, out-competing and
out-living native fish stocks and
other marine species, the consequences impact the food security and economies
of the entire world. Efforts to eradicate the invasive lionfish are finally
getting a seat at the big kids’ table: Whole Foods markets announced last week
it will offer lionfish for sale.
According to Scott Harrell1 , "Lionfish is a white flaky fish, firmer in
texture than halibut, no “red line” with a flavor profile somewhere between a
thin grouper fillet and mahi mahi (dolphinfish or dorado depending upon where
you live) with a touch of butter."
One way to control their population-females can produce two million eggs
in a year--says Erin Spencer,
a National Geographic young explorer--is to eat them.
Try
these recipes:
Notes:
- L.
Scott Harrell is
the co-founder of the World Lionfish Hunters Association. He now owns a
scuba diving marketing consultancy in
- A splash of vinegar can brighten, your sautee sauce.
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