St. Patrick’s Day is a time for festive celebrations, and while traditional Irish dishes like corned beef and cabbage are popular, incorporating seafood into your menu can add a unique and delicious twist. Here are seven seafood recipes that will bring a taste of the sea to your St. Patrick’s Day celebration:
1. Irish Seafood Chowder
Ingredients:
- Mixed seafood (salmon, haddock, shrimp, mussels)
- Potatoes, leeks, and carrots
- Fish stock and cream
- Fresh dill and parsley
Instructions:
Sauté leeks and carrots in butter. Add diced potatoes and fish stock. Simmer until vegetables are tender. Add the seafood and cook until done. Stir in cream and herbs. Serve with crusty bread.
2. Smoked Salmon Boxty (Irish Potato Pancakes)
Ingredients:
- Grated potatoes, mashed potatoes, and flour
- Smoked salmon slices
- Sour cream and chives for garnish
Instructions:
Mix grated and mashed potatoes with flour to form a batter. Cook spoonfuls in a hot pan to make pancakes. Top each pancake with smoked salmon, a dollop of sour cream, and chives.
3. Guinness-Battered Fish and Chips
Ingredients:
- White fish fillets (cod or haddock)
- Flour, baking powder, and Guinness beer for batter
- Potatoes for chips
- Malt vinegar and tartar sauce for serving
Instructions:
Mix flour, baking powder, and Guinness to make a batter. Dip fish fillets in the batter and fry until golden. Serve with homemade chips, malt vinegar, and tartar sauce.
4. Dublin Bay Prawns in Garlic Butter
Ingredients:
- Dublin Bay prawns (langoustines) or large shrimp
- Garlic, butter, and lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Sauté prawns in garlic butter until pink. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and garnish with parsley. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the buttery sauce.
5. Mussels in Irish Cider
Ingredients:
- Fresh mussels, cleaned
- Irish cider, onions, and garlic
- Cream and fresh thyme
Instructions:
Cook onions and garlic in butter. Add mussels and cider. Cover and steam until mussels open. Stir in cream and thyme. Serve with bread for dipping.
6. Irish Seafood Pie
Ingredients:
- Mixed seafood (salmon, shrimp, scallops)
- Leeks, peas, and carrots in a creamy sauce
- Mashed potatoes for topping
Instructions:
Cook seafood, leeks, peas, and carrots in a creamy sauce. Transfer to a baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes and bake until golden.
7. Grilled Oysters with Irish Whiskey Butter
Ingredients:
- Fresh oysters on the half shell
- Butter, Irish whiskey, and garlic
- Fresh parsley and lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
Mix softened butter with minced garlic and a splash of Irish whiskey. Place a dollop on each oyster. Grill until oysters are just cooked. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
These seafood recipes offer a delightful way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a nod to Ireland’s rich coastal cuisine. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a quiet meal at home, these dishes are sure to impress and satisfy your guests. Be sure to get your seafood by St. Patrick’s Day by ordering from Cape Porpoise Lobster Co. today!
