Seafood is a healthy, tasty and versatile ingredient that can be cooked in many different ways. Whether you prefer shrimp, crab, salmon or any other type of seafood, there are plenty of delicious and easy recipes to try. In this article, we will share 5 of our favorite seafood recipes that you can make at home.

1. Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Grilled shrimp skewers are a classic seafood dish that is perfect for summer BBQs. To make this recipe, you will need:

• 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 4-6 skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt and black pepper.
3. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat.
4. Thread the shrimp onto the skewers, making sure to leave a little bit of space between each one.
5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
6. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

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2. Crab Cakes

Crab cakes are a delicious and elegant seafood dish that is perfect for dinner parties or special occasions. To make this recipe, you will need:

• 1 pound of lump crab meat
• 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons of butter

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt and black pepper.
2. Gently stir in the beaten egg, making sure not to break up the crab meat too much.
3. Shape the mixture into 6-8 patties, depending on the size you prefer.
4. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the crab cakes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Serve hot with tartar sauce on the side.

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3. Lemon Garlic Salmon

Lemon garlic salmon is a simple yet flavorful seafood dish that can be made in under 30 minutes. To make this recipe, you will need:

• 4 salmon fillets, skin on
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Place the salmon fillets skin side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon and sprinkle with the minced garlic, salt and black pepper.
4. Arrange the lemon slices on top of the salmon.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

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4. Shrimp Scampi Linguine

Shrimp scampi linguine is a classic Italian pasta dish that is both flavorful and easy to make. To make this recipe, you will need:

• 1 pound of linguine pasta
• 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup of butter
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup of white wine
• 1/4 cup of chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. Cook the linguine according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
5. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
6. Add the white wine, chicken broth, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper to the skillet.
7. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
8. Add the cooked linguine and shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
9. Serve hot with chopped parsley on top.

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5. Baked Cod with Tomatoes and Olives

Baked cod with tomatoes and olives is a flavorful and healthy seafood dish that is perfect for a light dinner. To make this recipe, you will need:

• 4 cod fillets
• 1 pint of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup of pitted Kalamata olives, halved
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Place the cod fillets in a baking dish and season with salt and black pepper.
3. In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, olives, olive oil and minced garlic.
4. Pour the tomato mixture over the cod fillets.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Serve hot with chopped parsley on top.

Source: bing.com

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