Do You Eat Snapper Skin

The mild, slightly sweet flavor and flaky texture of red snapper takes well to light seasoning and a quick saute. You can also make this dish with black sea bass. The skin of both fish is edible and crisps nicely in a skillet.

What fish do you eat cheeks?

Cheeks from cod, monkfish and skate are all delicious and at their best from around now. Dip in batter and deep-fry to make fish nuggets, place on a skewer to grill/barbecue, include in fish pie, or pan-fry as you would scallops.

Are fish cheeks tasty?

Fish have cheeks? “Cheeks are a delicacy,” says Toni Pais. “The cheek of the fish is the best part because it’s tender and has a great taste. The cheek is the tiny pocket of meat just below the eye.”