seafood Recipes
228 delicious seafood recipes from around the world
Almejas a la Marinera (Spanish Clams in White Wine)
A classic Spanish tapa, these clams are quickly steamed in a fragrant broth of garlic, olive oil, white wine, and fresh parsley. The resulting briny, garlicky sauce is perfect for soaking up with crusty bread.
Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato
Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato, or Portuguese garlic clams, is a classic and incredibly simple appetizer featuring fresh clams simmered in a fragrant broth of olive oil, garlic, white wine, and cilantro. It's named after the 19th-century Portuguese poet Raimundo António de Bulhão Pato and is best enjoyed immediately with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Arroz Caldoso (Spanish Soupy Rice)
Arroz Caldoso is a comforting and flavorful Spanish rice dish, characterized by its soupy, brothy consistency. It's a versatile dish that can be made with various proteins like seafood, chicken, or rabbit, and is perfect for a hearty meal.
Arroz de Marisco
A comforting and flavorful Portuguese seafood rice, often described as a soupy rice dish brimming with a variety of shellfish. It's a true celebration of coastal flavors.
Arroz de Tamboril (Portuguese Monkfish Rice)
A rich and creamy Portuguese rice dish featuring tender monkfish, infused with the flavors of the coast. This recipe aims for a luscious texture where the rice absorbs the flavorful fish stock, complemented by the firm, meaty monkfish.
Arroz Negro (Spanish Black Rice)
Arroz Negro is a visually striking and deeply flavorful Spanish rice dish, renowned for its dramatic black hue imparted by squid ink. It offers a unique briny taste of the sea, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.
Bacalao a la Vizcaína
A classic Basque dish featuring salt cod simmered in a rich, sweet red pepper sauce. Traditionally served during Christmas Eve celebrations.
Bacalao al Pil Pil
A classic Basque dish featuring salt cod gently cooked in olive oil, which then emulsifies with the released cod gelatin to create a rich, creamy, and flavorful sauce. The 'pil pil' sound refers to the gentle bubbling of the oil during the emulsification process.
Bacalhau à Brás
A beloved Portuguese comfort food, this dish features shredded salt cod (bacalhau) mixed with finely julienned fried potatoes, softened onions, garlic, and scrambled eggs, creating a wonderfully silky and satisfying texture. It's often garnished with black olives and fresh parsley.
Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá
A beloved Portuguese classic from Porto, this comforting casserole features layers of salt cod, potatoes, onions, and hard-boiled eggs, all brought together with generous amounts of olive oil. The salt cod requires significant pre-soaking to rehydrate and desalinate.
Bacalhau à Zé do Pipo
A beloved Portuguese cod casserole originating from Porto, featuring tender salt cod layered with creamy potato purée, a savory olive mash, and a golden, broiled mayonnaise topping.
Bacalhau com Natas (Portuguese Cod with Cream)
A rich and comforting Portuguese classic featuring salt cod baked with potatoes and a creamy sauce. This dish requires desalting the cod beforehand, which is crucial for its flavor.
Bacalhau Espiritual
An elegant and creamy baked cod dish, often served during Christmas, resembling a savory soufflé. This recipe features flaked salt cod bound in a rich béchamel-like sauce, enriched with egg yolks and lightened with whipped egg whites.
Bouillabaisse
Marseille's legendary fish stew - a rich, aromatic broth infused with saffron and fennel, brimming with a variety of fresh fish, traditionally served with rouille-slathered croutons.
Brandade de Morue
A classic Provençal purée made from salt cod, olive oil, and garlic, creating a rich and creamy emulsion. Traditionally served as a spread on crusty bread or baked until golden and bubbly.
Cacciucco
Livornese fish stew - spicy tomato-based seafood stew with many fish types.
Calamares a la Romana (Spanish Fried Squid Rings)
Crispy, golden-fried squid rings, a quintessential Spanish tapa and a beloved filling for bocadillos (sandwiches). This recipe delivers perfectly tender squid encased in a light, crunchy batter.
Calamari Fritti
Crispy, golden fried squid rings, lightly coated in semolina flour and served with fresh lemon wedges. A classic Italian appetizer that's surprisingly simple to make.
Caldeirada (Portuguese Fish Stew)
A hearty and traditional Portuguese fisherman's stew featuring layers of firm white fish, potatoes, onions, and tomatoes, gently simmered in white wine. The key is to avoid stirring, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Caldeirada de Peixe (Portuguese Fish Stew)
A classic Portuguese coastal fish stew featuring layers of tender fish, potatoes, onions, and tomatoes, gently simmered in white wine and olive oil. This dish is known for its delicate flavors and comforting texture, best enjoyed with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.
Caracóis à Portuguesa (Portuguese Snails)
A beloved Portuguese summer tradition, these tender snails are simmered in a fragrant broth of garlic, olive oil, and herbs, perfect for dipping crusty bread into.
Carne de Porco à Alentejana
A classic Portuguese dish from the Alentejo region, this recipe features tender pork marinated and braised with white wine, garlic, and paprika, then combined with briny clams and crispy fried potatoes for an iconic surf and turf experience.
Cataplana de Marisco (Algarve Seafood Stew)
A traditional Algarve seafood stew cooked and served in a special hinged copper pot called a cataplana. This method seals in steam, creating a flavorful and tender dish.
Classic Fish and Chips
Britain's beloved national dish: flaky, beer-battered cod, fried to a perfect crisp, served alongside golden, double-fried chips. A true taste of British pub culture.