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What's a good "starter" fish?

Thanks all for your advice!
The tilapia was an OK place to start - I didn't hate it, but I think I probably could have done more to "jazz it up" as well. It also seemed a touch "watery" to me but I'm not sure what that means. I think I'll try cod or flounder next and see where that takes me.
Fried fish sounds delicious but not in my dietary needs right now, so I'll have to steer clear for a while. Same goes for fish sticks. Also no shellfish - I keep kosher.
This may seem like a dumb question (as if the original wasn't) but if I pick up a fillet in the supermarket how do I know if it's fresh? Sorry - but for someone with a life long aversion to fish I'm definitely not up to buying it whole and cutting it up myself!

Thanks again for all your comments, it's really appreciated.

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What's a good "starter" fish?

Thank you all so much for your comments! I knew this was the right place to go :)
I picked up a tilapia fillet in the supermarket today as it was available, cheap, and looked fairly non-threatening. I'm going to bake it simply with some breadcrumbs and spices and maybe some veggies. Fingers crossed!

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What's a good "starter" fish?

So here's a weird question, but I figure this is a good place to turn to.
I've never really eaten fish. I've eaten salmon a couple times and not liked it and I've always said "I don't eat fish."
But the truth is I wish I ate more fish - it's low fat and quick to cook and full of good nutrients. Can anyone recommend a fish or cooking method that could help me on the road to seafood bliss? Perhaps something not particularly "fishy" or that even the fish-haters in your family enjoy?

Thanks!

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Thanks,

Amy
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