Shellfish

Baked Scallops with Lemon and Garlic

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds large sea scallops, side muscles removed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3 garlic cloves, finely minced 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Lemon wedges, for serving Execution 1 Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a medium baking dish or shallow oven-safe skillet. 2 Prepare the Scallops: Pat the scallops thoroughly dry with paper towels. Arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking … Read more

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Steamed Mussels with Garlic and Lemon

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, finely minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 cup low-sodium seafood or chicken broth 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Lemon wedges, for serving Execution 1 Clean the Mussels: Rinse the mussels under cold running water and scrub the shells to remove any grit. Pull away any visible beards. Discard mussels with cracked shells and any open mussels that do not close when gently … Read more

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Easy Baked Crab Cakes

Ingredients 1 pound lump crab meat, picked over for shells 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 large egg 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley 2 green onions, finely sliced 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing Lemon wedges Tartar sauce, optional Execution 1 Prepare the Crab Mixture: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, … Read more

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Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 4 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Dry and Season the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season evenly with the kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika so the shrimp are well coated before cooking. 2 Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive … Read more

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One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken

Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 5 garlic cloves, finely minced 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with the kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika. 2 Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon … Read more

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Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Ingredients 4 lobster tails, about 5–6 ounces each 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Lemon wedges, for serving Execution 1 Prepare the Lobster Tails: Preheat the broiler to high and position an oven rack about 6 inches below the heating element. Using kitchen shears, cut lengthwise through the top of each lobster shell, stopping just before the tail fin. 2 Expose the Lobster Meat: Carefully spread … Read more

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Pan-Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds large sea scallops, side muscles removed 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 3 garlic cloves, finely minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley Execution 1 Dry and Season the Scallops: Pat the scallops thoroughly dry on all sides with paper towels. Removing as much surface moisture as possible helps them develop a deep golden crust instead of steaming. Season both sides evenly with the kosher salt and black pepper. 2 Heat the … Read more

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