Seafood isn’t simple to cook; for starters, many types of fish can have a stronger taste than other foods, and proper cooking is essential to avoid health risks. That’s why these Reddit users perfected their seafood dishes at home and showed off these delicious-looking photos!
First Time Lobster
This was Reddit user’s Unfair-Phase6411 first attempt at cooking fresh lobster tails. He mentioned that he had held onto the lobster for some time, unable to find the right moment to cook it because he was a bit intimidated and didn’t want to ruin the meal. Once cooked, he mentioned: “It turned out pretty well, and now I want to try it with other seasonings like Old Bay, it’s an obsession!” It was certainly one of his more memorable seafood dishes.
Ravioli Crab
Ravioli can vary, and what really gives them their flavor is the filling; in this case, Reddit user TerribleSquid opted for crab. The filling for this dish consisted of “crab leg meat, homemade ricotta, Parmigiana Reggiano, lemon juice, and a touch of some other spices.” The user also mentioned that he chooses to sacrifice quantity so the filling was predominantly crab. These crab ravioli are another creative addition to the collection of seafood dishes.
Shrimp Tacos
Reddit user armandolorian001 revealed that the dough was prepared with 1 1/2 cups of flour, 4 tsp of corn starch, 1 tsp of baking soda, 1 tsp of baking powder, 1 tsp of salt, and optional cayenne and paprika. On the other hand, the user mentioned the crab filling was made up of “clean and pat dry shrimp with Old Bay seasoning, dip in batter and then fried in oil for about two minutes.” This preparation shows how varied seafood dishes can be.
Spicy Korean Seafood Stew
Reddit users had long been eager for the recipe for this spicy Korean seafood stew, and finally, user Ratoinalldio revealed that the seafood included fish heads, shrimp, crab, and clams. The vegetable base features radishes and mushrooms, along with some Napa cabbage to add a touch of sweetness. Additionally, the user mentioned that to achieve that authentic Asian restaurant flavor, “you need to load the dish with salt and sugar, as well as broth, chilies, and spicy sauce.” This stew is one of the spicier seafood dishes featured.
Seafood Pasta with Mushrooms Cream Sauce
The image shared by Reddit user charlestonnn is a creamy pasta dish. The main ingredients often vary, in this instance, it was seafood such as prawns and scallops, but the user mentioned that it can also be made with chicken. The dish consisted of tagliatelle, mushrooms, prawns, butter, double cream, single cream, milk, white wine, stock, Parmesan cheese, fresh garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. The combination makes this one of the richer seafood dishes in the collection.
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Acadian Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder
According to Reddit user alyssaleblanc, this dish was specific to Acadian households in a small corner of Nova Scotia. He explained that the dish gets its color from tomato products but also includes four cups of salted water, a tbsp of olive oil, 1/2 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of puréed onion, 1/4 cup of white wine, 1 lb of scallops, 2 lbs of chopped lobster, 2 lbs of haddock, 1 tbsp of vinegar, 2 cups of cream, 1 can of lobster paste, salt, and pepper. Those create a hearty example of regional seafood dishes.
Seafood Boil
The dish in the image was “very flavorful and with lots of spices that were thrown in, like aged spices,” according to Reddit user DeepBluePearlSR. Some comments suggested it looked like plain water, but the person who prepared the dish noted that “you can’t just throw random things together, cook them for that long, and expect them to turn out well.” Finally, he mentioned that one of these seafood dishes was spicy but didn’t burn.
Seafood Laksa
The way this seafood laksa was prepared was by heating neutral oil in a large pot, adding garlic, and prawn shells until they have turned orange. Then, you should add laksa paste and sauté until fragrant, then add stock, coconut milk, and simmer for around 15 minutes to make one of these seafood dishes. Finally, you have to cook the seafood in another bowl, cook the noodles, and add sugar to the mix. Ultimately, topped it with eggs, green onions, and sprouts.
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Seafood Spread
The wide variety in this seafood spread featured lobster, pompano sashimi, spicy BBQ tiger prawns, coal baked mud crabs with garlic butter passionfruit sauce, seared grouper fillets, and BBQ butter lobsters with tomalley sauce. Reddit user savage-dragon revealed that one of these seafood dishes is related to the Southeast Asia and could be found in the Indian and Pacific oceans also.
Cast-Iron Seared Scallops
Reddit user cweip shared the image of this cast-iron-seared scallops served over seafood risotto with reduced garlic and shellfish stock. He revealed that he used the shells from 1 lb of shrimp, 2 diced onions, 5 cloves of roasted garlic, a bunch of thyme, oregano, Bay leaf, tomato paste, and about 6 cups of water and a half cup of white wine. The stock provides a flavorful foundation for these elegant seafood dishes.
Seafood Fried Rice
The secret to preparing this seafood fried rice is to stir-fry the shrimp until they are partially cooked, then remove them and continue stir-frying the rice. After that, add the shrimp back to the pan and season the dish according to your taste. The Reddit user mentioned that this simple recipe contains shrimp, rice, peas, and green peppers, making it one of the easiest seafood dishes to recreate at home. It’s a simple approach to homemade seafood dishes.
Seafood and Sausage Gumbo
According to Reddit user MrHaze100, the dark roux was prepared with an extra cup of light virgin olive oil and 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour on medium heat. You have to stir continuously for about 30 minutes until a chocolate color is achieved to get one of these seafood dishes appearance. A reply from user KourteousKrome added a variant to the dish: “You can use one part high smoke point oil and one part flour on high heat and whisking vigorously for chocolate roux too.”
Rock Crab Seafood Boil
To cook with boil-in bags, Reddit user d1msum4u mentioned that she keeps it quite simple; she uses big pots and lots of Old Bay seasoning. She expressed: “I’ve tried lots of recipes but Old Bay seems to do the trick. I made this one with crawfish, let it boil and then breaks them open to dip them in sauces.” Finally, she pointed out that they are Red Rock Crabs that were caught at low tide.
Seafood Risotto
The reason the scallops in this seafood dish turned out so crisp without burning is that the Reddit user MetalliTool used an All-Clad fry pan, but she mentioned people can use a cast iron, or a heavy stainless steel pan to get it done. Also, she mentioned you need to preheat the pan thoroughly and use a generous coating of olive oil, and finally cook the scallops for two minutes per side.
Seafood Paella
Paella is one of Spain’s most iconic dishes; while there are regional variations, such as the Valencian style, others include seafood or vegetable versions. A reply from Reddit user ajhenes revealed: “The rice in the image isn’t the actually Spanish rice. That one looks like a long grain rice. You need to choose a short grain rice variety that absorbs a lot of liquid.”
Conclusion
Many of these seafood dishes are served with rice or vegetables, used as a filling, or even enjoyed in tacos. What is undeniable is that seafood adds a great deal of flavor. From those who approach cooking seafood with a sense of respect for the cooking process, to others who have discovered their passion through these homemade meals, seafood lovers would be hard-pressed to choose just one of these dishes.
