Irish Seafood Bake with Oats
A comforting and flavorful baked dish featuring a medley of fresh Irish seafood in a creamy sauce, topped with a crunchy oat and herb crumble.
🧂 Ingredients
- 200 g Cod fillets(skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 200 g Salmon fillets(skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 150 g Shrimp(peeled and deveined)
- 200 g Mussels(cleaned and debearded)
- 30 g Butter
- 1 medium Leek(white and light green parts only, thinly sliced)
- 1 medium Carrots(finely diced)
- 1 stalk Celery(finely diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 30 g All-purpose flour
- 200 ml Fish stock
- 150 ml Milk
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill(chopped)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- 0.5 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground, or to taste)
- 50 g Rolled oats(for topping)
- 15 g Butter(melted, for topping)
- 25 g Parmesan cheese(grated, for topping)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
💡 Tip: Ensure the dish is oven-safe. - 2
Melt 30g butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the leek, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 6-8 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
- 5
Gradually whisk in the fish stock and milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
💡 Tip: Whisk continuously to prevent lumps. - 6
Stir in the chopped dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Add the cod, salmon, shrimp, and mussels to the sauce. Gently stir to combine.
💡 Tip: Be careful not to overcook the seafood at this stage. - 7
Pour the seafood mixture into the prepared baking dish.
💡 Tip: Ensure an even layer of seafood. - 8
In a small bowl, combine the rolled oats, melted butter, and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this crumble mixture evenly over the seafood.
💡 Tip: Press the crumble lightly to help it adhere. - 9
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the seafood is cooked through and the mussels have opened.
💡 Tip: Discard any mussels that do not open. - 10
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
💡 Tip: Serve hot.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use a mix of your favorite white fish, shellfish, and smoked fish for variety.
- ✓For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
- ✓Serve with a side of steamed greens or a fresh salad.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a splash of dry white wine to the sauce for extra flavor.
- Incorporate other vegetables like peas or corn.
- For a richer topping, add a tablespoon of chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts.