Seafoodplatterfortwo Recipes

SEAFOOD PLATTER FOR TWO

Steps:

• TO PREPARE: Cut the lobster tails and bend back in butterfly style.
• Shell and devein the scampis, prawn and shrimps.
• Extract the meat from the crab claws.
• If not already done, remove the oysters and scallops from the shell and coat with breadcrumbs.
• Finally, wash the lobster, scampi, prawns and shrimps under cold running water and dry thoroughly.
• PROCEED WITH THE FOLLOWING COOKING METHODS, SIMULTANEOUSLY: CRABMEAT: Place the crabmeat in a small ovenproof dish, add 1/3 tsp garlic, 1 tsp lemon juice and half the white wine and bake in a moderate oven for 10-15 minutes.
• LOBSTER TAILS: Place in an oven pan; add 1 oz (25 g) butter and 1 tsp lemon juice and bake in moderate oven 8- 10 minutes.
• Melt 1 oz (25 g) butter in a frying pan; add 1/3 tsp garlic and the remaining wine.
• Sauté scampi, prawns and shrimp for 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
• Heat the oil and deep fry the scallops until golden; transfer to a small ovenproof dish; add the remaining butter, garlic and lemon juice and place in a broiler for 5 minutes.
• Reheat the oil and deep fry the oysters until golden.
• Cut the whole lemon in half and remove the seeds.
• Cut the tomato into wedges.
• Steam asparagus spears for 5 minutes and plunge immediately into ice water.
• To serve: Arrange attractively on a bed of lettuce on a silver platter.
• Garnish with lemon halves and tomato wedges.
• Drape asparagus spears across the top of the tray.
• Pour over the Cognac, set aflame and serve immediately.

SYDNEY SEAFOOD PLATTER

Steps:

• Choose a broad, shallow pan with a steaming rack that fits snugly. Be sure you also have a lid that will fit snugly over the steaming pan. Arrange the seafood on a heatproof plate that fits into the steamer. Sprinkle the seafood with salt, pepper, and any preferred seasonings. Bring the water to a boil in the steamer, set the plate of seafood on the steamer rack. Put the rack over the boiling water and cover tightly with the lid. Steam the seafood until it is cook and the shells open.
• In a small pan, saute the butter and garlic until bubbly, then transfer to a dipping bowl and place on a platter.
• Place the seafood on a platter next to the dipping sauce and garnish with some lemon slices.

SEAFOOD PLATTER

Steps:

• Fill a large platter with crushed ice. Place the seafood and lemons artfully on top of the ice. Serve with the sauces.
• Combine all the ingredients and serve with the seafood.
• Place the shallots, vinegar, and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook uncovered for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature. Add the pepper and herbs and serve with the raw oysters.

HOLIDAY SEAFOOD POT RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• To make the shrimp marinade, combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend until chopped and well combined.
• Pour over the shrimp, cover and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes.
• To make herb paste, place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until finely chopped.
• Clean all the shellfish. Discard any dead mussels or clams. Soak the clams in cold water for 30 minutes and then scrub clean, then remove the beard of the mussels and scrub clean. Rinse the crab legs and break apart at the joint for smaller pieces.
• In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil and then add chorizo and cook until browned.
• Add the herb paste and cook for 2 minutes.
• Add beer to the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook until the liquid is reduced by half. Then add chicken stock and bring back to a simmer. Add lemon juice and season to taste with salt.
• Add the mussels, clams and crab legs to the broth, and place the corn on top. Cook until mussels and clams have opened and crab legs are steamed through, about 10 minutes.
• While the seafood cooks, heat a large pan and fry the shrimp until pink and cooked through.
• Serve the shellfish and corn in a warmed cast iron pot, with some of the broth, garnished with cilantro sprigs.
• Enjoy!

SEAFOOD FETTUCCINE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• Melt butter in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in onions and garlic, and cook for 1 minute. Add shrimp and scallops, stirring to combine, and cook 3 minutes more. Reduce heat to medium-low.
• Pour half-and-half, salt, and pepper into the pan and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Do not boil. Gradually sprinkle 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese over seafood mixture and continue stirring another minute. Remove from heat.
• Toss cooked pasta into the pan, coating thoroughly. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese, and serve.

SIMPLE SEAFOOD PLATTER

Steps:

• Whisk the lemon juice with the mustard, then mix into the mayonnaise with the dill. Prepare up to a day ahead and chill.
• Lay out the seafood on a platter with lemon wedges and a bowl of the mayonnaise in the middle so everyone can help themselves. Serve with plenty of fresh brown bread.