Pried Fish

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon cold water
• enough water to cover the fish
• coarse sea salt (to taste)

Directions

1. In a kettle, combine cold water and salt, then skim the surface.

2. Bring a separate kettle of water to a rapid boil.

3. Place the fish on a drainer and submerge it in the boiling water.

4. Boil the fish rapidly for 3 to 4 minutes, then skim the surface.

5. Reduce heat and simmer gently until the fish is cooked.

6. Check for doneness: fins should remove easily, skin should crack, or a skewer should pass easily near the bone.

7. Do not leave the fish in the water after cooking; keep it warm by placing it on a drainer over hot water and covering it with a cloth.