Archive for the 'Seafood' Category

Simple Shrimp Stir-Fry

November 26th, 2007 by admin

  • 8 oz. angel hair pasta, uncooked
  • 1 lb. frozen peeled and deveined uncooked shrimp
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 3 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables
  • 2 teaspoons oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated gingerroot
  • 1/4 cup Italian dressing
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

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Batter Fried Shrimp or Scallops

November 5th, 2007 by admin

  • 1 lb. fresh or frozen shrimp or scallops *
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • dash hot pepper sauce

* If shrimp are in shell, peel and devein before dipping into batter.

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Cooking Fresh Raw Shrimp

November 4th, 2007 by admin

In a saucepan, bring enough water to cover shrimp to a boil.  Add shrimp; immediately reduce heat.  Simmer for 3 - 5 minutes or until shrimp are firm and pink; DO NOT BOIL! 

Shrimp will become tough if overcooked.  Drain, peel and devein; serve warm or refrigerate.

Shrimp-in-Love Pasta

February 8th, 2007 by admin

Shrimpinlove_pasta Shrimp-in-Love Pasta

4 oz. linguine, uncooked
1 cup cleaned medium fresh shrimp
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1-1/2 cups torn cleaned spinach

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Crab Lasagna

December 6th, 2006 by admin

When I first heard about this recipe from a friend of my husband’s, I didn’t think it sounded good - even though crab meat is my favorite.  I just couldn’t imagine crab being made into a lasagna.  But she promised me that it was absolutely delicious and I made it - and LOVED IT!

CRAB LASAGNA

  • 1/2 lb. lasagna or medium noodles
  • 2 cans Cream of Shrimp soup (or you can substitute Cream of Mushroom soup)
  • 2 cups, or 3 cans (6 oz. each) crab meat
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • Sprinkle of oregano or dill
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/2 lb. (2 cups) grated chedder cheese

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Crab Cakes

December 4th, 2006 by admin

Crab_cakes_1 Crab Cakes are my absolute favorite and I also enjoy making them!  This recipe is simple, yet oh so tasty!  Hope you give it a try!

CRAB CAKES

  • 1 lb. crab meat
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • Bread crumbs

Combine all ingredients, except for bread crumbs.  Toss lightly.  Shape into cakes, roll in bread crumbs.  Broil at 350 until browned.