Creamy Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients:
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation Steps:
1. Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the diced onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
5. Add shrimp and scallops to the skillet; cook until shrimp is pink and scallops are opaque.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle Cajun seasoning; stir to combine.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste; let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet; toss everything together until well coated.
9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins
Calories: 540 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

Suggested Pairings:
- Garlic bread
- Fresh garden salad
- Steamed asparagus

#cajunseafood #pasta #dinnerideas

GARLIC BUTTER LOBSTER & SCALLOPS

Ingredients:

For the Lobster:
2 lobster tails
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for serving

For the Scallops:
½ lb sea scallops, patted dry
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions:

Lobster Preparation:
1⃣ Prepare Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, cut along the top of each shell and carefully pull the lobster meat up to rest on top of the shell.

2⃣ Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush the mixture generously over the lobster meat.

3⃣ Broil Lobster: Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and broil for 8-10 minutes, basting with the garlic butter halfway through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Scallop Preparation:
1⃣ Sear the Scallops: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until they are golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2⃣ Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant. Return the scallops to the pan, coating them in the garlic butter.

Serve: Plate the lobster tails and scallops together, drizzle with any remaining garlic butter from the skillet, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for a fresh, zesty finish.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Calories: ~485 kcal per serving
Servings: 2

Looking for a delicious seafood dish to warm your soul?

Creamy Coconut Seafood Stew

Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 200g fish fillets, cut into chunks
- 150g scallops
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups spinach
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation Steps:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
4. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, and stir in the red curry paste.
5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the shrimp, fish fillets, and scallops to the pot.
7. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the seafood is opaque and cooked through.
8. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
9. Squeeze in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins
Calories: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

Suggested Pairings:
Serve with steamed jasmine rice or crusty bread for dipping.

#creamyseafood #coconutstew #comfortfood

Seafood Mac and Cheese


Ingredients


8 oz elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded seafood mix (shrimp, crab, scallops)
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)


Directions


1. Start by cooking the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for a minute or two to make a smooth roux.
3. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.
4. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
5. Gently fold the seafood mix and cooked macaroni into the cheesy sauce, making sure everything is nicely combined.
6. Pour the mixture into a baking dish. If you like a little crunch, sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
7. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and everything is bubbling.
8. Let it cool just a tad before serving up a warm, comforting scoop.

Garlic Butter Scallop Linguine with Spinach

Ingredients:

8 oz linguine

1/2 lb sea scallops

3 cloves garlic, sliced

1 cup baby spinach

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tbsp butter

Salt & pepper

Instructions:
1⃣ Cook linguine until al dente, drain
2⃣ Sear scallops in butter until golden
3⃣ Add garlic, cook until aromatic
4⃣ Toss in spinach until wilted
5⃣ Squeeze lemon, mix in linguine, and serve bright & buttery