Baked Sea Bass with Raisins and Pine Nuts

This simple Italian style roasted fish is simple and easy to prepare . The contrast of the raisins and pine nuts with the fish is just sublime . Technically this recipe uses Branzino a fish I have seen more widely available in good seafood retailers. Ask the fishmonger to gut and remove its fins to [...]

Shrimp with Basil -Garlic butter

Henry’s End is a good old fashioned All American restaurant in Brooklyn Heights NY. This is one of those dishes that are equally at home on a weeknight family table or an elegant dinner . The bonus is the easeĀ  of preparation. Serves 4 Henry’s End restaurant 12 jumbo shrimp (3/4 lb) shelled and deveined [...]

Shrimp in green herbs

Shrimps are universally loved in India. There are several varieties , which , I was surprised to see when I went to the wharf with my cousin Suzy , who lives in Mumbai. These shrimp , or prawns , as they are called are so fresh and succulent. Some of them are 6 to 8 [...]

Bombay Crisp Garlic Shrimp

Jhinga Kurkure are a real street food , primarily sold on the beaches in Bombay. They are crisp with just the right amount of spice to tickle and satisfy your taste buds. Monisha Bharadwaj 1/2 tsp turmeric 1/2 tsp chili powder1/2 tsp garlic paste Salt to taste 1 1/4 lb Large , uncooked shrimp , [...]

Fish in bean sauce over Tofu

Chatham NJ is home to a great Asian restaurant called A taste of Asia. It serves all types of amazing asian food but ,my personal favorite ,is their Malaysian cusine. I especially love the fact that the have a pure vegetarian menu. The chef shared this recipe. Makes 1 generous servings or 2 smaller ones [...]

Spanish -style garlic shrimp

Gambas al ajillo are a tapas staple. Little shrimp sizziling in a pool of olive oil and garlic.One bite into the dish confirms that the garlic deserves equal billing with the shrimp. Generally the shrimp is served right in the cooking ramekin, but be careful ,it is very hot.serve along with crusty bread to mop [...]

Shrimp in Garlic hot sauce

The gulf of Thailand boasts their abundance of seafood. They adopted the technique of stir frying from the Chinese ,which is perfect for seafood,as it involves quick,short cooking time.The beauty of this is having dinner done in no time,even on a busy week night. Serves 4 2 lbs medium shrimp,peeled with tails attached 1 medium [...]

Steamed Shellfish with minced Garlic

The original recipe for this dish is made with Mussels ,but,I like the combination of Mussels,oysters and clams. This recipe is courtsey of THe Foods Of China . 24 pieces of mussels,oysters and clams 6-8 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon oil 1 teaspoon chicken stock powder 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon light soy sauce 1 red [...]

Scallops with Cava and Saffron Sauce.

Next time you want to impress your guests try this dish of Veneras con Cava y Azafran ,from the famous restaurant Horcher,one of Madrid’s legendary restaurants. Serves 4 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter 20 sea scallops 11/2 cups dry Cava or other sparkling wine Pinch of saffron threads,crushed 1 cup whipping cream Fresh Lemon [...]

Ginger and Pink Peppercorn Salmon

In recent news Salmon has recieved so much attention.It is touted for all its great qualities,including,according to Dr.Perricone,a renound dermetologist,anti aging properties. Whatever the case,it is so universally loved. This great recipe comes from Heron Park Grill on Kiawah island,South carolina. serves 4 SAUCE 1 cup full bodied wine(such as Cabernet Sauvignon) 2 tablespoons red [...]

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