All Hands On Deck

You know Tasty Tuesday's really worked so much better when I only had to do them every six weeks. I just do not cook enough for this. I'm just like, oh here are some recipes I made once upon a time that were totally good, and you might like them.

Needless to say I have not been cooking. My life has been carbs and fruit. I grab a pretzel. I grab a peach. It's the grabbing the fruit that makes me feel like I'm not going to just collapse from lack of nutrition.

If you read my Media Monday on the music coming out in October you would know I had every intention of buying Tinashe's Aquarius. I did buy it at six in the morning at Walmart. Because, mama had school early, and I also did not want the explicit version. I do not know if you have heard the Schoolboy Q's rap on “2 On”, but it is nasty. I just did not need that in my life.

I am so unprepared to talk to you about this album, because I like it. I just don't know. There is some over reaching concept I have not put together. Mainly, because who knows what Tinashe is saying.

Do you know what she says on “2 On”. That song is so basic and I love it. So, instead of giving my verdict on this album. Let me just tell you about Tinashe. Who I like.

I really liked “2 On” but I didn't know who sang it until Tinashe went on the Wendy Williams show and performed it. She danced, I'm fairly sure she lip synced, but I'm not judging, and I was like. This girl and I could get along.

Then, she released her second single “Pretend” and that stopped me from being like slay, Tinashe, slay. I just don't know it's boring. Like really boring. Basically, the album. But, now I groove to “Pretend” and I think I'm going to groove to the rest of it.

We shall see. The music video for “Pretend” is great. I'm also positive that Tinashe has A$AP Rocky killed in the end. Can we also talk about how I'm like oddly attracted to this man. I do not know what it is, but I see A$AP and I just think he looks good.  

Me and Anna Wintour just see him and we want him in our lives. In Vogue on my blog. Everywhere. I don't know I really like A$AP. I haven't take the time to invest in his music, but I wouldn't switch it if it came on the radio.  

One problem I have with Aquarius is that it's like Tinashe wants it to play like a mixtape, and I don't like Jhene Aiko's EP for the same reasons. When she goes for the jugular, Tinashe hits. Go ahead and listen to “All Hands On Deck”, “Feels Like Vegas”, and “Wildfire”.

Buy "All Hands On Deck"

Buy "Feels Like Vegas"

Buy "Wildfire"

These are the songs that will tear up the radio. Not, “Pretend”. Although, I hope it does well for her.

Now, all of you are thinking. What kind of recipes are you bringing to the table. Fish. You better believe it. So, go get you some salmon, snag Tinashe's album on the way out the door and treat yourself.  

RECIPES:
Balsamic Glazed Salmon
4 Salmon Steaks
1 teaspoon of Canola
¼ cup of Orange Juice
3 tablespoons of Balsamic Vinegar
3 tablespoons of Honey
1 tablespoon of Vinegar
¼ teaspoon of Red Pepper Flakes
1 sprig of Rosemary

Season the slam with salt and pepper on both sides, and then broil or grill it.

Meanwhile, stir together the orange juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, vinegar, red pepper flakes, and rosemary, cooking until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes. Spoon the sauce over the salmon.  

Fish Tacos
1 pound of Flounder
5 tablespoon of Cilantro
3 minced Scallions
2 tablespoons of Cider Vinegar
4 teaspoons of Canola
¾ cup of Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon of Lime Juice
1 clove of minced Garlic
2 teaspoon of Chili Powder
½ teaspoon of Coriander
¼ teaspoon of Cumin
Corn Tortillas
Salt
Pepper
2 cups of shredded Cabbage

Combine, cabbage, ¼ cup of cilantro, scallions, cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon of canola oil, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Whisk together the remaining cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, and garlic. Season it with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Combine the chili powder, coriander, cumin, ¼ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper. Pat the fish dry, then brush with the canola oil, and sprinkle liberally on both sides with the seasoning mixture. Grill the fish and serve.

You can either heat the corn tortillas or fry them crisp.

NOTE: If you prefer you substitute the flounder for mahi mahi.

Maple Glazed Salmon
4 Salmon Steaks
1 tablespoon of Maple Syrup
1 tablespoon of Teriyaki Sauce
1 tablespoon of Pineapple Juice
1 teaspoon of minced Ginger Root
1 clove of minced Garlic

Combine the maple syrup, teriyaki sauce, pineapple juice, ginger root, and garlic mixing well. Marinate the salmon in the refrigerator for 1-24 hours.

Grill or broil, about 15 minutes. Do not turn.

Lemon Buttery Fish
4 pieces of Cod
Montreal Seasoning
1 zested Lemon
3 tablespoons of butter
2 tablespoons of sliced Green Onion

Sprinkle fish with Montreal seasoning. Set aside.

Combine the butter, green onions, and lemon zest. Slather the mixture on top of the fish, and broil or grill, about 10-12 minutes.