Some popular and delicious seafood dishes:
- Sushi and Sashimi – Japanese dishes featuring raw fish, often served with wasabi, soy sauce, and pickled ginger. The simplicity and freshness of sushi make it a crowd-pleaser.
- Lobster Roll – A New England classic, lobster meat is mixed with mayo and seasonings, served in a buttered, toasted roll. A rich and indulgent treat.
- Paella – A traditional Spanish dish made with rice, saffron, and a variety of seafood, such as shrimp, mussels, and squid. It’s colorful, flavorful, and perfect for sharing.
- Shrimp Scampi – A popular Italian-American pasta dish with shrimp sautéed in garlic, butter, and lemon sauce, often served over linguine or spaghetti.
- Clam Chowder – A creamy soup made with clams, potatoes, onions, and celery, often served in a bread bowl. New England-style chowder is especially famous for its rich, creamy base.
- Fish Tacos – A light and flavorful dish made with battered or grilled fish, shredded cabbage, salsa, and a zesty sauce, often served in soft corn tortillas.
- Crab Cakes – Made from crab meat, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, these crispy cakes are often served with a tangy remoulade or aioli.
- Grilled Oysters – Oysters on the half shell, often topped with garlic butter, herbs, and sometimes cheese, grilled to perfection. A delightful appetizer!
- Ceviche – A refreshing dish popular in Latin American cuisine, featuring raw fish or shrimp “cooked” in lime or lemon juice, mixed with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and chili peppers.
- Seafood Pasta – A hearty dish with various seafood like shrimp, mussels, clams, or scallops, often cooked in a tomato-based or creamy sauce and served over pasta.
