The ultimate summertime favourite. Buy the freshest seafood you can for this simple platter with t dipping options of choice.
Ingredients
2 cooked lobsters, halved lengthways
2kg cooked prawns
500g smoked salmon slices
Crushed ice, to serve
Lime wedges, to serve
Instructions
To make the seafood sauce, combine the mayonnaise, tomato sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and paprika in a small bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge to chill.
To make the avocado & lime dressing, toast cumin in a saucepan over low heat for 1 min or until aromatic. Process in a food processor with avocado, garlic, lime juice and olive oil until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
To make capsicum salsa, preheat a grill on medium. Cook the capsicum, skin-side up for 5 mins or until skin chars and blisters. Transfer to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap. Set aside for 5 mins. Peel skin and finely chop capsicum. Add tomato, capers, vinegar and oil.
Place lobsters, prawns and smoked salmon on a platter of ice. Serve with the seafood sauce, the avocado & lime dressing, the roasted capsicum & caper salsa, and the lime wedges
“Blackening” is a classic Cajun cooking technique that involves searing spice coated seafood and meats in a hot skillet so the rub turns black (but not burnt). The black crust and white juicy flesh inside look so stunning! I served this with a simple Corn Butter Rice Salad Ingredients
SPICE MIX
1tbsppaprika
1tspground cumin
1tsponion powder
1tspgarlic powder
1tspdried thyme
1tspdry mustard
3/4tspsalt(table salt)
1/8tspcayenne pepper(or to taste)
Good grind of black pepper
TO COOK
4firm white fish fillets(about 150g/5oz each)
2tbspextra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Combine Spice Mix in a shallow dish and mix.
Coat both sides of the fish fillets with the Spice Mix, shaking off excess.
Heat oil in a large heavy-based skillet over medium-high heat.
Add fish and cook until the rub turns black, then flip and cook the other side until the fish is cooked to your taste.
Serve immediately. I served mine with a buttery Corn Rice Salad
This classic Marseilles seafood stew recipe uses a variety of fish and shellfish, including crab, squid, mussels, and lobster. It is a true seafood lover’s delight and while it’s labor-intensive, it’s worth the trouble. The seafood bones, heads, and shells make the rich bouillon base of the chunky soup. You will need a large stockpot for this recipe.
Ingredients
2 pounds rockfish (filleted, cut into large chunks, bones reserved)
1 pound John Dory (filleted, cut into large chunks, bones reserved)
2 pounds rouget (or red snapper, cut into large chunks, filleted, bones reserved)
1 pound striped bass (filleted, cut into large chunks, bones reserved)
2 pounds grouper (filleted, cut into large chunks, bones reserved)
6 blue crabs (broken into small pieces)
2 lobsters (1 1/2 pounds; head separated and crushed)
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 medium onion (diced)
2 celery stalks (diced)
1 carrot (diced)
1/2 fennel bulb (diced)
5 garlic cloves
2 large tomatoes (diced)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 tablespoons pastis (licorice-flavored French liqueur)
This Spanish-inspired calamari dish is deliciously spicy side, infused with the flavors of fresh garlic and parsley. Don’t be shy with the seasonings—this dish is meant to be bold!
Ingredients
1 pound cleaned fresh calamari, cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch-thick rings and tentacles if included with the squid
Craving for a crispy and delicious appetizer? Then these sumptuous chicken nuggets are perfect for you. If you happen to be a chicken lover or your guests are coming over on short notice, then this easy and quick chicken recipe should be your go-to option. You can serve these bite-sized delights in house parties too.
Here’s a great way to enjoy fresh fish this summer. The crispy panko crumbs will be a favorite with kids of all ages. It’s deliciously creamy and the flavors are perfect with fish – enjoy!
Ingredients
500g fish fillets, such as snapper, gurnard, or tarakihi
¼ cup flour
salt and pepper
1 egg
1 ½ cup breadcrumbs
3 Tbsp oil
Steps
Wash and pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Place the flour onto a plate and season with salt and pepper. Break the egg into a shallow bowl and whisk with 1 tablespoon water. Place the panko crumbs onto another plate.
Coat one fillet in seasoned flour, then dip in the beaten egg. Finally, coat the fish in the panko crumbs and place on a clean plate. Repeat with remaining fillets. Refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes before cooking.
Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Place the fish in the pan and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and the fish is just cooked through. Drain on paper towels.