Seafood is a staple pillar in Australian culture, mostly because we are surrounded by you know, the ocean, but it can be pretty daunting knowing how to cook it properly. Even though they are delicious, a lot of people are scared of cooking octopus or fish, so if that’s you, we’ve got some delicious recipes teaching you how to cook it perfectly every time.

Not only will these seafood recipes help you cook the perfect fish, they are great to add to your upcoming Christmas lunches or your fancy summer soirées. Imagine how impressed everyone will be when you show up with a heavenly King George Whiting or Blue Mackerel dish.

These seriously good recipes come from some of the dishes chef Josh Niland will be creating as part of his Taste by Talisker pop-up restaurant in The Talisker Boathouse.

If you’re someone who has shied away from cooking octopus or seafood in general because it’s too challenging, let Josh Niland guide you through it with this mouth-watering recipe.

Charcoal Berrima Octopus and Yellowfin Tuna ‘Nduja

For the ‘nduja spice mix

If you’re someone who doesn’t know how to cook whiting fish, let Josh Niland turn you into the seafood master.

King George Whiting, Tapioca, Fingerlime and Chive sauce 

For the BBQ King George Whiting

For the finger lime and tapioca sauce

BBQ King George Whiting directions:

Finger lime and tapioca sauce directions:

You don’t even need to cook this one!

Salt and Vinegar Blue Mackerel in Gordal Olive Brine, Bread and Butter

There you have it folks! Three different recipes for you to learn how to cook seafood perfectly and impress all your mates. If you’re looking for tips on how to prepare and enjoy raw fish, check this out.

The Talisker Boathouse is located within the wild rugged cliff tops of North Head for a two-day-only event from October 21 to 22. If you want more info, check it out here.

Ky Stewart is a producer at Gizmodo, Lifehacker and Kotaku Australia. He covers a wide range of topics including technology, entertainment, gaming, health and all things life. He is also a proud Dharug and Kamilaroi person. Ky is obsessed with all things pop culture, technology, the environment and knowing when foods expire. You can normally find Ky giving you life advice on random things you didn’t know you needed advice on and telling you all of his niche movie opinions.

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