Scallops for Your Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner

I have been saving my blog about scallops for a holiday. Why? Because properly prepared scallops are great for entertaining. They are very versatile and can go as an appetizer or as the main course. I figure surely someone out there doesn’t like turkey–right? I suppose if you are already committed to the big bird, you can just save this for later. Breaded Parmesan Scallops This is my absolute favorite way to prepare scallops. I recommend buying smaller scallops for this dish as I think it’s easier to determine when they’re done. I prefer to saute them but you can … Continue reading →

Fabulously Simple Fish Recipes

In my last blog I detailed the health benefits associated with a diet that included at least a couple of servings of fish per week. I realize that there are many people who rarely if ever opt to cook fish for their families. But, as I mentioned earlier, I grew up on an island surrounded by water. Consequently, it was not at all unusual for our family (along with most families in Hawaii) to eat fish for breakfast (mahi mahi and eggs), lunch (fish tacos) and dinner (poached or grilled fish fillets). Some call Hawaii the Napa Valley of the … Continue reading →

Why You Should Eat More Fish

I was born and raised in Hawaii so it stands to reason that I love to eat fish. What doesn’t make sense is that I am allergic to shrimp, pineapple, and coconut. But, that’s another blog. If you are looking for a simple way to inject your diet with a healthy shot of nutrients feast your eyes on fish. Fish are not only low in calories and fat, but they are also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, fat, doctors say most Americans don’t get enough of. Health experts recommend eating at least two servings of fish each week … Continue reading →

Spicy Orange Sole

I admit that we don’t eat a lot of fish. I had horrible childhood experiences with trying to de-bone endless amounts of trout (because if you live near the Rocky Mountains–that’s what you get is trout) and frankly, I think it spoiled me on the whole eating fish thing. Every time I look at fish in the grocery store, I think of hours of de-boning, gutting and dumping pails of fish heads. However, as I get older and begin to seek healthier ways to cook for my family, I am more and more interested in eating fish. The problem is … Continue reading →

Perfect Grilled Shrimp, Marinated Grilled Shrimp and Butter Garlic Sauce

3 Tips for Perfect Grilled Shrimp 1. Buy shrimp the day you plan to cook it. 2. Buy jumbo sized shrimp or bigger. You can expect 12 to 15 jumbo sized shrimp per pound. 3. Peel and devein shrimp by making a cut along the back of the shrimp and leaving the tail intact. Grilled Marinated Shrimp I don’t generally write about recipes I haven’t tried. I always find there’s something in a recipe that I can do better, make easier or just tweak a little. There’s tips to be had, and well I can’t give them if I don’t … Continue reading →

Pasta Primavera with Shrimp

Recipes using shrimp, while definitely not the healthiest of meals, are one of our favorite types of dishes. Shrimp does have a lot of calcium, and protein but is low in food energy and is a significant source of cholesterol. However, if you want to indulge anyways, here is a pasta and shrimp recipe that is worth doubling because you’ll want the leftovers! You will need: 1 pound of linguine 1 pound uncooked shrimp (peeled and deveined) 2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped 1 cup sliced fresh carrots 1 cup fresh green beans; cut into 2 inch pieces 1 medium zuchini … Continue reading →

Crab Chowder and Cold Seafood Dip

Crab Chowder I’m admittedly not a seafood lover, but this recipe even had ME licking my lips. If you live in the southern states you may have had this before. If not, I hope you’ll try it soon. For this recipe you’ll need: 2 TB butter 1 small diced onion 1 pound crab claw meat 1 can Cream of Potato Soup 1 can Cream of Celery Soup 1 can half and half or heavy cream 1 can whole milk ¼ cup sherry To make this recipe: In a soup pot, add the butter then sauté the diced onion until soft. … Continue reading →

Honey Sweetened Grilled Shrimp—My Own Delicious “Creation”

If you’ve read my entries for very long, you may know I’m not a huge fan of seafood. I’m proud to say though, that I’ve been honing my seafood culinary skills, and have been hard at work trying to create seafood recipes I enjoy eating. So far, aside from my teriyaki salmon (see below), I’d have to say this is my favorite. It’s sweet with a bit of a punch, and it pairs beautifully with white rice. Add any vegetables you choose as a side dish, and you’ve got a meal fit for your family or for guests. If you’re … Continue reading →

Pan Seared Scallops with Creamy Fettuccini

I had scallops for the first time on Friday. I reviewed a restaurant in Fashion Island—Blue Coral Seafood and Spirits—if you live anywhere near Newport Beach, California you must try this restaurant. My first experience with scallops (remember I’m not usually a seafood person) had me hooked at hello. They were tender. They were sweet. They were…my new favorite seafood dish. I was happy to find this recipe for pan-seared scallops. I’m anxious to try it and hope you will, too. For this recipe you’ll need: For the scallops: 16 sea scallops Olive oil for drizzling Salt and pepper for … Continue reading →

Savannah Seafood Stuffing

It is getting closer to Thanksgiving and everyone’s mind turns to one thing…stuffing! Okay, maybe not, but many people cook stuffing with their dinner turkey, chicken, or even ham. If you are looking for a new and different stuffing recipe, here is one you might like to try, however, you may want to make this stuffing up in a separate pan to avoid the turkey having a “fishy” smell. Savannah Seafood Stuffing For this recipe, you will need margarine, one green bell pepper, one onion, celery, one pound of crabmeat, a pound of medium shrimp, dry breadcrumbs, a 6-ounce package … Continue reading →