How to Cook Flathead

If you’re looking to add more fish into your diet but want something that’s really versatile, flathead is a great choice for you to try. Flathead is a tasty and light whitefish that pairs well with many other ingredients, so you can prepare it in a variety of ways. We’ve chosen a few simple and delicious recipes you can make so you can enjoy an amazing meal!

[Edit]Ingredients

[Edit]Pan-Fried Flathead

• 12–16 flathead fillets
• 2 tablespoons (16 g) of flour
• 2–4 teaspoons (6–12 g) of garlic powder
• of olive oil
• Pinch of salt
• Pinch of pepper

Makes 4 servings

[Edit]Baked Flathead

• 4 flathead fillets
• 2 small lemons
• of olive oil
• Pinch of salt
• Pinch of ground pepper

Makes 4 servings

[Edit]Crispy Grilled Flathead

• 16 flathead tails or fillets
• of breadcrumbs
• 2 cups (55 g) of fresh chopped parsley
• 3 eggs

Makes 4 servings

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Pan-Fried Flathead

1. Combine salt, pepper, and flour in a bowl. Measure out 2 tablespoons (16 g) of flour and pour it into a large mixing bowl. Add pinches of salt and pepper until you’re happy with the seasoning. Then, stir the ingredients together until they’re thoroughly combined.^[1]
   
   • The amount of spices you add to the coating all depends on your preferences, so add as much or as little seasoning as you want.
   • You could also try experimenting with other herbs and spices, such as paprika or crushed coriander seeds.
2. Sprinkle your flathead fillets with garlic powder. Lay all of your fillets on a plate or baking tray so they’re easier to season. Evenly spread 2–4 teaspoons (6–12 g) of garlic powder over the fish to give them a stronger flavor. Flip the fillets over and spread the remaining garlic powder on the other sides.^[2]
   
3. Coat your fish with your flour mixture. Transfer your fillets into the bowl with your flour mixture. Sprinkle the flour mix onto both sides of the fillets to give them a light coating. Shake off any excess flour so it doesn’t clump up while you’re cooking.^[3]
   
   • The flour will help your fish get crispy while they’re cooking.
4. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Pour of olive oil into a non-stick skillet and put it on your stove. Turn the burner on medium-high heat and let the oil heat up completely. Once the oil starts bubbling and has a shimmery appearance, you’re ready to cook.^[4]
   
   • You can always use vegetable oil if you don’t have olive oil.
   • Be careful cooking with oil since it could cause a fire if it gets too hot. If it does, turn off the burner right away and cover the pan.^[5]
5. Cook your fish in the pan for 2 minutes per side. Lay your fillets in the pan so they’re spaced apart, or else you’ll overcrowd them and they won’t cook evenly. Flathead fillets are usually pretty small, so they won’t take long to cook. Leave the fillets alone for 2 minutes before flipping them over with a spatula.^[6]
   
   • When you finish cooking your fish, it should easily flake apart and have opaque meat.
6. Check the fillets with a meat thermometer to see if they’re at . Undercooked fish can give you foodborne illnesses, so always check the internal temperature before eating. Stick a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the fillet and wait for it to settle on a temperature. If your fish is at least , then you’re ready to eat.^[7]
   
   • If your fish is still underdone, leave it in the pan for another minute before checking it again.
7. Serve your fish while it’s still hot with vegetables. Take your fish out of the pan and put it on a serving plate lined with paper towels to catch the excess oil. When you eat your fish, try pairing it with sweet potatoes, cherry tomatoes, or asparagus as a side to complete your meal.^[8]
   
   • Put any leftover fish into an airtight container and keep it in your fridge for up to 4 days.^[9]

[Edit]Baked Flathead

1. Preheat your oven to . Move one of the oven racks into the center position so your flathead cooks evenly. Let your oven heat up completely before you start cooking.^[10]
   
2. Arrange your fillets on a lined baking tray. Choose a rimmed baking tray that’s large enough to fit all of your fillets and put down a layer of baking paper. Set the fillets on the tray so they have a little bit of space between them and aren’t overcrowded.^[11]
   
   • If you can’t leave space between the fish on the tray, split your fillets between multiple pans.
   • Baking paper helps prevent your fish from sticking to the pan.
3. Season the flathead with salt and pepper. Take a pinch of salt and pepper and evenly spread it over each fillet. Your seasoning depends on what you prefer, so you can add as much or as little as you want.^[12]
   
   • Try experimenting with other spices like paprika or cayenne pepper if you want some bolder flavors.
4. Top each piece of fish with 2–3 lemon slices for added flavor. Lemon and fish are a match made in heaven and it can really bring out the flavors of your flathead. Cut thin slices from a fresh lemon and lay them on top of each fillet. As the fish cook, the lemon juice will absorb into the meat and make it tastier.^[13]
   
   • You don’t have to use lemon slices if you don’t want to.
5. Put the flathead in your oven for 10–15 minutes. Place the tray of fish on the oven’s center rack and keep the door closed while they’re cooking. Leave the fish alone and avoid opening the oven door so they can thoroughly cook. After about 10–15 minutes, take the flathead out so you can check it.^[14]
   
6. Check the temperature with a meat thermometer to see if it’s over . Find the largest fillet on your tray and stick a meat thermometer into the thickest section. Let the thermometer settle on a temperature before checking it. If it reads over , then you’re finished cooking.^[15]
   
   • If your flathead is under , then you could get a foodborne illness from eating it. Put the fish back in your oven for another 1–2 minutes before checking it again.
7. Enjoy your fish with a fresh salad. If you want to enjoy some fresh ingredients with your flathead, put some chopped lettuce and avocado on your plate. Top the salad with your fish and drizzle on some fresh lemon juice so you can enjoy your meal!^[16]
   
   • If you have any leftover fish, you can keep it for up to 4 days in your fridge in an airtight container.^[17]

[Edit]Crispy Grilled Flathead

1. Preheat your grill to high heat. Start your coals or turn on the gas for your grill so it comes to temperature. Keep the lid closed while the grill warms up so it doesn’t lose any heat.^[18]
   
2. Spread breadcrumbs and chopped parsley on a flat tray. Pour of breadcrumbs and 2 cups (55 g) of fresh chopped parsley onto a rimmed baking tray. Mix the two together by hand or with a whisk so they’re thoroughly combined.^[19]
   
   • You can also add more seasonings to the breading, such as paprika or cayenne pepper, if you want to enhance the flavors even more.
3. Whisk 3 eggs in a bowl. Crack your eggs into a large bowl and stir them together with a whisk. Keep mixing the yolks and whites together until they have an even consistency.^[20]
   
4. Dip the fish in the whisked eggs and breadcrumb mixture. Take your fillets one at a time and dunk them in the eggs until they’re coated completely. Let the excess egg drip off of the meat and before laying them on the tray with your breadcrumbs. Coat both sides of the fish with the breadcrumbs and parsley and shake off the excess. Batter up the rest of your fillets so you’re ready to cook them.^[21]
   
   • Don’t keep any leftover eggs or breadcrumbs since they’ve been contaminated with raw fish.
5. Spread olive oil on the grill grates to prevent the fish from sticking. Dip the end of a kitchen brush in olive oil and shake off any excess so it doesn’t drip into the flames. Rub the grates with the brush so they have a thin coating of oil. The olive oil prevents your fish from getting stuck to your grill and keeps you from tearing apart your fillets.^[22]
   
   • If you don’t have olive oil, you can substitute it for any cooking oil.
6. Cook the fish for 5 minutes on each side. Spread your fish evenly on the grates so they have a little bit of space between them. Keep the lid on your grill and leave the fish alone for 5 minutes. After that, use a spatula to flip the fish over to the other side and let them cook for another 5 minutes.^[23]
   
   • The breading will turn golden-brown and the meat should look opaque when you’re finished.
7. Use a meat thermometer to check if the fish is over . Stick your thermometer into the thickest part of your fish and let the temperature settle. As long as your fish measures over , you can safely take it off of your grill and eat it.^[24]
   
   • If your fish is still underdone, then leave it on your grill for another 1–2 minutes before testing it again.
8. Eat your fish with fresh lemon and tartar sauce. Take your fish off of the grill and transfer them to serving plates. Squeeze a fresh lemon wedge over the fish to give it some fresh, citrus flavors. If you want to dip the fish, make a tartar sauce to use as a condiment.^[25]
   
   • Keep any leftover fish in an airtight container inside your fridge for up to 4 days.^[26]

[Edit]Tips

• Flathead pairs well with a lot of different flavors so try experimenting with new herbs and spices you want to try!

[Edit]Warnings

• Always cook fish to an internal temperature of , or else you could get a foodborne illness.^[27]

[Edit]Things You’ll Need

[Edit]Pan-Fried Flathead

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Bowl
• Non-stick pan
• Stove
• Spatula
• Meat thermometer

[Edit]Baked Flathead

• Oven
• Baking tray
• Baking paper
• Meat thermometer

[Edit]Crispy Grilled Flathead

• Grill
• Baking tray
• Whisk
• Bowl
• Spatula
• Meat thermometer

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/flathead-fillets-with-a-tarragon-butter-285293
2. ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/flathead-fillets-with-a-tarragon-butter-285293
3. ↑ https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/flathead-crispy-potatoes/8b8368bd-c50c-4f36-a5ff-80cc87c74517
4. ↑ https://www.delicious.com.au/recipes/flathead-cherry-tomato-sauce/04b2f312-9654-4f7b-9831-9e4edafd0489
5. ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-put-out-a-grease-fire/
6. ↑ https://www.delicious.com.au/recipes/flathead-cherry-tomato-sauce/04b2f312-9654-4f7b-9831-9e4edafd0489
7. ↑ https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/safe-minimum-cooking-temperature
8. ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/flathead-fillets-with-a-tarragon-butter-285293
9. ↑ https://ask.usda.gov/s/article/How-long-can-you-keep-cooked-fish-in-the-refrigerator
10. ↑ https://www.goodfood.com.au/recipes/baked-flathead-with-prosciutto-tomato-and-parsley-20140106-30d1u
11. ↑ https://www.abc.net.au/life/easy-fish-tacos-with-cabbage-slaw-recipe/11464800
12. ↑ https://www.bigoven.com/recipe/baked-flathead-with-iceberg-lettuce-salad/383542
13. ↑ https://www.bigoven.com/recipe/baked-flathead-with-iceberg-lettuce-salad/383542
14. ↑ https://www.abc.net.au/life/easy-fish-tacos-with-cabbage-slaw-recipe/11464800
15. ↑ https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/safe-minimum-cooking-temperature
16. ↑ https://www.bigoven.com/recipe/baked-flathead-with-iceberg-lettuce-salad/383542
17. ↑ https://ask.usda.gov/s/article/How-long-can-you-keep-cooked-fish-in-the-refrigerator
18. ↑ https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipes/chefs-recipes/grilled-fish-tacos-7640
19. ↑ https://placeswego.com/recipe-crumbed-flathead-tails/
20. ↑ https://placeswego.com/recipe-crumbed-flathead-tails/
21. ↑ https://placeswego.com/recipe-crumbed-flathead-tails/
22. ↑ https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/paprika-flathead-with-roasted-capsicum-sauce-3251
23. ↑ https://placeswego.com/recipe-crumbed-flathead-tails/
24. ↑ https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/safe-minimum-cooking-temperature
25. ↑ https://placeswego.com/recipe-crumbed-flathead-tails/
26. ↑ https://ask.usda.gov/s/article/How-long-can-you-keep-cooked-fish-in-the-refrigerator
27. ↑ https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/safe-minimum-cooking-temperature

How to Reset Alexa

This wikiHow teaches you how to reset your Alexa device. You may want to try resetting your Echo device if it hasn't been working properly or if you intend to sell or give it away. Luckily, the process is quick and simple. The way you reset your Amazon Echo varies depending on which model you have. You can also reset your Amazon Echo using the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Using the Alexa App

1. Open the Alexa App on your mobile phone or tablet. It has a light blue icon with a white circle on it. You can reset your Amazon Echo using the Alexa app or using the appropriate button combination on the Echo device itself.
   
2. Tap . It's in the lower-right corner of the Alexa app.
   
3. Tap . It's the icon that resembles an Alexa Echo at the top of the screen.
   
4. Tap the Echo device you want to reset. The "Echo & Devices" menu displays a list of all your Amazon Echo devices. Tap whichever one you want to reset.
   
5. Scroll down and tap . It's near the bottom of the menu. This displays a confirmation pop-up.
   
6. Tap . This confirms that you want to reset your Amazon Echo and resets it. Your account information has been wiped from the device. If you want to sell it or give it away, you can unplug it now. You can also re-activate it using the mobile app.^[1]
   

[Edit]Using a Third or Fourth Generation Amazon Echo

1. Locate the Action button. The Action button is on top of the Amazon Echo. It has a dot in the middle.
   
2. Press and hold the Action button for 25 seconds. The light will pulse orange and then blue. Then it will turn off.
   
3. Wait for the Echo device to boot into Setup mode. When it turns back on, it will pulse blue and then orange. When it turns orange, this indicates the device is in Setup mode. Your account information has been wiped from the device. If you want to sell or give it away, you can unplug it now. You can also re-activate it using the mobile app.^[2]
   

[Edit]Using an Amazon Echo Show

1. Swipe down from the top of the screen. This displays the menu bar at the top of the screen.
   
2. Tap . It's in the menu bar at the top of the screen in the upper-right corner. It has an icon that resembles a gear.
   
3. Scroll down and tap . It's about halfway down the menu.
   
4. Scroll down and tap . It's near the bottom of the Device Options menu. This displays a confirmation pop-up.
   
5. Tap . It's in the pop-up alert. This confirms that you want to reset your Amazon Echo Show. The device will shut down and boot back up a few times. When it boots back up the last time, it will enter set up mode. If you want to sell or give it away, you can unplug. You can also go through the initial setup process to set it up again.^[3]
   

[Edit]Using a Second Generation Amazon Echo

1. Locate the Mute and Volume Down buttons. They are on the top of your device. The Mute button has an icon that resembles a cross-out microphone. The Volume Down button has a minus (-) sign.
   
   • If you can only find the Mute button, you probably have a first-generation Amazon Echo. You
2. Press the Mute and Volume Down buttons for 20 seconds. The light ring turns orange. Shortly after this, the light will turn from orange to blue. The light ring will turn off. ^[4]
   
3. Wait for the Echo device to boot into Setup mode. When it turns back on, it will pulse blue and then orange. When it turns orange, this indicates the device is in Setup mode. Your account information has been wiped from the device. If you want to sell or give it away, you can unplug it now. You can also re-activate it using the mobile app.
   

[Edit]Using a First Generation Amazon Echo

1. Locate the Reset button. This will be a tiny, paperclip-sized hole on the bottom of your device near the front edge labeled "RESET." ^[5]
   
2. Use a paperclip or toothpick to press and hold the reset button. Hold the reset button until the light ring turns orange and then blue.
   
   • If you have an Echo Plus and you'd like to reset, but not lose smart home device connections, just press the reset button once briefly.^[6]
3. Wait for the Echo device to boot into Setup mode. When it turns back on, it will pulse blue and then orange. When it turns orange, this indicates the device is in Setup mode. Your account information has been wiped from the device. If you want to sell or give it away, you can unplug it now. You can also re-activate it using the mobile app.
   

[Edit]Tips

• If you are having problems with your Alexa device, you might want to try restarting it first by unplugging it for a few seconds and then plugging it in again. Restarting it like this will not erase all your settings like a full reset does.

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://www.the-ambient.com/how-to/reset-amazon-echo-1268
2. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=GCVV6G7AY7AFJF4K
3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1C1r213be4
4. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=202080910
5. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201819000
6. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=202189720

How to Eat a Cupcake

There’s no debate about the deliciousness of a cupcake, but there is some debate about how you should eat them. Biting into them from the side is fine, but it can lead to a messy face (and that’s no way to behave when you’re a proper gentleman or a fine lady, is it?). By trying a few different methods, you can enjoy your treat and keep your dignity intact the entire time. Plus, you might even make your cupcake more tasty!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Traditional Eating Style

1. Unwrap the cupcake. Set the cupcake on a plate and peel the wrapper off slowly, trying to keep the cake itself upright. Leave the wrapper on the bottom of the cupcake to catch any crumbs as you eat.^[1]
   
   • If you have a small plate, you can unwrap your cupcake there. Otherwise, just hold the cupcake in your hands.
2. Hold the cupcake between your thumb and forefinger. This will give you the best grip as you chow down. Make sure you don’t squeeze too hard and squish the cake, though!^[2]
   
   • This will also help you avoid getting frosting on your hands as you eat.
3. Take small bites out of the sides of the cupcake. Lift the cupcake up to your mouth and take tiny bites, trying not to get frosting on your nose or upper lip. Keep going in toward the center until your cupcake is nothing but a memory.^[3]
   
   • Keep a napkin nearby just in case you do get a bit of frosting on your face. It happens!
   • Try to keep the wrapper out of your mouth. There might be a little bit of cakey goodness left over, but it’s not worth the soggy texture.

[Edit]Sandwich Eating Style

1. Hold the cupcake in the palm of one hand. Rest the bottom of the cupcake in the palm of your non-dominant hand. Keep your hand steady so that the cupcake does not topple over.^[4]
   
   • Note that this method can also be referred to as the “gentleman style” or “hamburger style.” It is a convenient and relatively mess-free alternative that creates an even ration of frosting to cake.
   • This method works with any standard cupcake but does not work well with filled cupcakes.
2. Use your other hand to tear the cupcake in half. Grip the center of the cupcake from the bottom using your dominant hand. Dig into the cupcake with your fingernails, twisting it gently simultaneously. Continue until the bottom breaks free from the top.^[5]
   
   • Note that it may be easier for you to use a knife to cut the cupcake in half. This can be done by placing the cupcake on a plate and sawing the top from the bottom with a knife. A plastic knife or other dull kitchen knife would do the trick.
3. Smash the frosting onto the bottom of the cupcake. Take the top of the cupcake (the part with the frosting on it) and squish it down onto the bottom part of the cupcake (the one without frosting). Press well to secure the 2 halves together like a sandwich.^[6]
   
   • If there are any toppings on the frosting, like cookies or sprinkles, keep them smooshed in between the frosting and the bottom half of the cupcake.
4. Eat the cupcake like a sandwich. With the frosting secured in between the cupcake halves, you can now hold the cupcake with one hand and take small bites. The frosting should (hopefully) stay contained within the cupcake halves so you don’t have to deal with a messy lip or nose.^[7]
   
   • Watch out for any stray frosting squishing out the sides—butter icing has a tendency to do this.

[Edit]Eating with a Fork or a Cake Spoon

1. Put your cupcake on a plate. This method will only work if you have a flat surface, so hunt around for a paper plate, a saucer, or a countertop before you eat. Set your cupcake down so it won’t roll away as you eat it.^[8]
   
   • If you’re at a party, this can be a little bit tough to do. If all else fails, you can balance the cupcake on a napkin in your lap.
2. Dig into the center with a fork or a cake spoon. Slice your utensil straight down into the cupcake from above, aiming to get both frosting and cake on your fork or spoon. Slide your utensil out of the cupcake at an angle to grab the tasty bite.^[9]
   
   • As the frosting gets taller (usually in the center of the cupcake) you might have some trouble getting both frosting and cake on your fork. If that happens, you can do a frosting-only bite once or twice, just until you’re over the hump (of frosting).
3. Take small, dainty bites. Enjoy your cupcake without the threat of a frosting face looming over you. Keep a napkin nearby to wipe your lips as you go, and remain calm, cool, and collected.^[10]
   
   • This is also a great way to share a cupcake with someone, if you’re willing.

[Edit]Enjoying With Jams and Spreads

1. Divide the cupcake in half. Hold the cupcake steady with your non-dominant hand, grasping the cake portion with your thumb and forefinger near the top of the cupcake. Use a plastic knife or other dull kitchen knife to slice the cupcake in half, separating the top from the bottom.^[11]
   
   • This technique works best for unfrosted cupcakes and cupcakes that have very little frosting since the jam can be used to add more flavor. You can also use it for heavily-frosted cupcakes, but be aware of the fact that it can result in an even messier—albeit, tastier—treat.
   • Set the top half aside as you work with the bottom half. Place the top half on your plate cut-side-down.
   • You could tear the cupcake in half as you would do with the sandwich method, but cutting it in half is preferable for this method because it creates a smoother, more even division.
2. Spread jam or another filling onto the bottom. Use a dull kitchen knife to smear a thin layer of flavored jam, honey, hazelnut spread, or other similar spread onto the cut-side of the bottom layer.^[12]
   
   • You can use a thicker layer of spread, but a thicker layer is more likely to squirt out from the sides of the cupcake as you eat it.
3. Replace the top half. Place the top half of the cupcake back onto the lower half, reconnecting the two cut sides. Press down on the top half slightly to secure it in place, relying on the jam to adhere the halves together.^[13]
   
   • You could also eat the 2 halves separately for a less messy endeavor.
4. Enjoy your cupcake with jam. Eat the cupcake by biting into as you would bite a sandwich. Watch out for any filling that falls out of the middle!^[14]
   
   • You could even top your cupcake with a bit of whip cream for an added touch of sweetness.

[Edit]Things You'll Need

[Edit]Traditional Eating Style

• Napkin
• Small plate (optional)

[Edit]Sandwich Eating Style

• Napkin
• Small plate (optional)

[Edit]Eating with a Fork or a Cake Spoon

• Small plate
• Fork or cake spoon
• Napkin

[Edit]Enjoying With Jams and Spreads

• Knife
• Plate
• Napkin

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://www.shondaland.com/live/a18666809/samantha-irby-advice-eat-a-cupcake/
2. ↑ https://www.shondaland.com/live/a18666809/samantha-irby-advice-eat-a-cupcake/
3. ↑ https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4653648
4. ↑ https://www.businessinsider.com/the-proper-way-to-eat-a-cupcake-2012-10
5. ↑ https://www.businessinsider.com/the-proper-way-to-eat-a-cupcake-2012-10
6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjM9tR42Szo&feature=youtu.be&t=32
7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjM9tR42Szo&feature=youtu.be&t=41
8. ↑ https://delishably.com/desserts/Clean-Eating-Cupcakes-Avoid-Icing-On-Face
9. ↑ https://delishably.com/desserts/Clean-Eating-Cupcakes-Avoid-Icing-On-Face
10. ↑ https://www.uexpress.com/miss-manners/2020/7/4/1/nipping-political-rants-in-the-bud
11. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fARaiHqZjo&feature=youtu.be&t=23
12. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fARaiHqZjo&feature=youtu.be&t=34
13. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fARaiHqZjo&feature=youtu.be&t=47
14. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fARaiHqZjo&feature=youtu.be&t=63