This recipe is as good as hundreds of other successful different recipes from different regions of the world, where their own is certainly "The best". Sugar was used in fish recipes by Ancient Chinese Emperor's cooks for many thousands of years as well as in other celebrated world cousins. Gefilte fish was accommodated from European regions by Jewish refuges and perfected to such a point, when it became one of ikons of Jewish legendary traditional cousin. Unfortunately it is true that salt water fish is not a good choice for Gefilte fish, and it is getting more and more difficult to purchase a proper fish. Perhaps the hope might be coming (yes ! The wonderful Carp) from China. Concluding the argument, I've tried this particular recipe and it came out lovely. Remember - Epicurean food requires open mind and open mouth.