11 Aug Seafood Recipes and Ideas for Your Next Dinner Party
Planning a dinner party can be challenging sometimes, especially if you don’t know where to start. We can guarantee that when it comes to seafood, there is always a winning recipe for any occasion.
Here are a few options for your next dinner party; you can choose one, two, or even all three dishes if you really want, and all the ingredients are right here at Blake’s Fine Foods.
Mussels in Lemon Garlic-Butter Sauce
This dish is always a favourite and makes the perfect appetiser before a main dinner meal, and is an elegant dish for entertaining. Known for being one of the most delicious starters, and the best part? It’s so easy to make at home!
What you will need:
- 450g half shell mussels
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons of freshly crushed garlic
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon of chilli flakes
- 1 cup of dry white wine
- 1 cup fresh whipping cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- ½ cup chopped parsley
To start preparing this dish, you can melt the butter in a large skillet with a lid, sauté the onion, garlic and chilli flakes until soft. Add the wine and simmer until reduced by two-thirds, then add the cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Add the mussels and cover the skillet with the lid. Simmer over low heat and steam the mussels until cooked for 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and season the dish to taste by adding salt and pepper, lemon juice, finely grated zest and parsley.
Chilli Prawn Linguine
For this dish, we recommend choosing our Butterflied & Deveined Vannemei Prawns for easy preparation and a beautiful presentation, or if you want a wild and flavourful twist, the Argentinian Pink Prawns L1 deliver a firm, sweet bite that stands out. Either way, these prawns will pair perfectly with the chilli, garlic, olive oil, and linguine, creating a stunning restaurant-style pasta at home.
What you will need:
- 300g prawns, peeled
- 250g linguine
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red chilli, chopped
- Olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley
To prepare this dish, you can start off by cooking the pasta. While the pasta is cooking, you can sauté the chopped garlic and chilli in oil, then once browned, add the prawns and cook until pink. Make sure your pasta is cooked well, then toss the drained pasta, lemon juice, and chopped parsley.
Grilled Lobster Tails with Lemon & Herb Butter
This dish is always an absolute showstopper and makes the ideal starter for a special dinner. Grilled West Coast Lobster Tails are not only elegant and flavourful, but they are also surprisingly simple to prepare at home.
What you will need:
- Four lobster tails, defrosted if frozen
- Lemon wedges to serve
- 125g of softened butter
- 1 crushed garlic clove
- A handful of parsley
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Pinch of chilli powder (optional)
- 1 lemon, juiced
Start by cutting the lobster tails open and brushing them with the butter mix (butter, garlic, lemon, parsley, Dijon mustard, chilli powder). We recommend using our West Coast Lobster Tails for this dish. Grill shell-side down for 5-7 minutes until opaque. A favourite for entertaining guests, it delivers quality indulgence with minimal fuss!
Hosting a dinner party does not have to be a hassle, especially with seafood on the menu. From appetisers such as mussels in lemon garlic-butter to decadent mains like grilled lobster tails, every course is stunning yet easy to prepare. We have a great seafood pasta recipe that boasts incredible flavours, while our full list of recipes also feature dishes made with delectable Purdon Wagyu beef!
Are you ready for the most memorable culinary experience with the best ingredients from Blake’s Fine Foods for your dinner party? CONTACT US or order online today!