Cooking fresh seafood at home can be intimidating, but picking the right pan makes all the difference. Whether you want ultra-crispy sea bass skin, a delicate poach, or a high-heat sear on scallops, matching your catch to the correct skillet prevents sticking, preserves moisture, and builds incredible flavour.
At Thompson’s Seafood in historic Holcombe Market, Tottenham (N17), master fishmonger James and the team ensure your daily Billingsgate catches are perfectly prepped—leaving you to master the pan at home.
Every skillet brings different thermal properties to the stove. Here is how the three most common kitchen pans perform with fish and shellfish:
Skillet TypeBest Seafood MatchesPrimary BenefitKey Cooking TipNon-StickCod, Haddock, Dover Sole, PlaiceFlawless release for delicate fishPreheat gently on medium heat; avoid metal utensilsStainless SteelSkin-on Sea Bass, Salmon, Sea BreamDeep caramelisation & crispy skinLet the pan heat fully with oil before adding fishCast IronTuna Steaks, Swordfish, ScallopsIntense heat retention for quick searsPat seafood completely dry before placing in the pan
Ready to test your favourite skillet with ocean-fresh fish? Stop by Thompson’s Seafood at Holcombe Market (N17 9AA), located directly opposite Bruce Grove Station in North London. Master fishmonger James will gladly scale, pin-bone, or fillet your catches to order so they are completely pan-ready.
Save time on busy weekdays by using our online Click & Collect service or sending a quick message on WhatsApp at 07368118104 to reserve your daily catches today!
Tottenham’s Trusted Family Fishmonger at Holcombe Market | Managed by James
Welcome to Thompsons Seafood, located in historic Holcombe Market (N17 9AA) directly opposite Bruce Grove Station. Since 1972, our family-run fishmonger shop has provided North London with premium fresh fish, shellfish, and exotic delicacies.
