seafood

  1. Lobster

    Lobster

    In North America, the American lobster did not achieve popularity until the mid-19th century. Prior to this time, lobster was considered a poverty food or as a food for indentured servants.. Some servants specified in employment agreements that they would not eat lobster more than twice per week.
  2. Calamari with cabbage slaw

    Calamari with cabbage slaw

    Squid is eaten in many cuisines; in English, the culinary name calamari is often used for squid dishes. In North America, fried squid is a staple in seafood restaurants. It is served as an appetizer, garnished with parsley, or sprinkled with parmesan cheese. It is served with dips.
  3. Mussels

    Mussels

    Humans have used mussels as food for thousands of years. Mussels can be smoked, boiled, steamed, roasted, barbecued or fried in butter or vegetable oil. As with all shellfish, except shrimp, mussels should be checked to ensure they are still alive just before they are cooked.
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    Be a Mediterranean diet superstar with this guide to eating fish sustainably

    Be a Mediterranean diet superstar with this guide to eating fish sustainably - Well and Good With more and more people adopting the Mediterranean diet (you know, again), grocery store shoppers are migrating from the meat aisle over to survey the fish. It’s true that seafood is high in omega-3s...
  5. Shrimp and cheesy grits

    Shrimp and cheesy grits

    Spicy shrimp and grits at Karl Strauss in Carlsbad, CA. Shrimp, grits, sriracha butter, cilantro, broccoli, avocado, roasted red peppers, habanero jack grits.
  6. Shrimp

    Shrimp

    Shrimp consumption is considered healthy for the circulatory system because the lack of significant levels of saturated fat in shrimp means that the high cholesterol content in shrimp actually improves the ratio of LDL to HDL cholesterol and lowers triglycerides.
  7. Mahe Dana Point

    Mahe Dana Point

    Sushi and shishito peppers for Sunday lunch at Mahe Dana Point. Good service and a lot of options available on their menu with sushi, steaks, and seafood.
  8. Black Mediterranean mussels

    Black Mediterranean mussels

    Black Mediterranean Mussels with spicy salumi, garlic butter, fresh herbs, and grilled bread at North Italia in Irvine. Great service and delicious food, wine, beer, and hand crafted cocktails.
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    American Children Not Eating Enough Seafood, Study Finds

    American Children Not Eating Enough Seafood, Study Finds - 3 CBS Philly The humble tuna sandwich, once a lunchbox staple, is making less frequent appearances in school cafeterias across the nation. American children are eating relatively little fish and shellfish in comparison to meat...
  10. Fried shrimp

    Fried shrimp

    Shrimp is high in calcium, iodine & protein. It is considered healthy for the circulatory system because the lack of significant levels of saturated fat in shrimp means that the high cholesterol content in shrimp actually improves the ratio of LDL to HDL cholesterol and lowers triglycerides.
  11. Curried Cioppino

    Curried Cioppino

    'Wok The Wok' Curried Cioppino at Trevor's at the Tracks in San Juan Capistrano. Jumbo Prawns | Local White Fish | Scallops | Salmon | Lemongrass | Ginger | Cilantro | Spicy Coconut Curry Tomato Broth | Herbed Ciabatta Crostini
  12. Cioppino

    Cioppino

    We started making this yummy meal by caramelizing a white onion. Then we added a bag of Trader Joe's frozen cioppino and 1/4 of a bag of mixed frozen seafood and a can of organic stewed tomatoes. Let that simmer for about 10 minutes and it's ready to serve.
  13. Sashimi ahi salad

    Sashimi ahi salad

    "Sashimi-grade" fish is caught by individual handline. As soon as the fish is landed, its brain is pierced with a sharp spike, & it is placed in slurried ice. This spiking is called the ikejime process, & the instantaneous death means that the fish's flesh contains a minimal amount of lactic acid.
  14. Sashimi at Nobu

    Sashimi at Nobu

    Sashimi at Nobu restaurant in Las Vegas. Chef Nobu wants his guests to experience the highest quality of products, prepped right before their eyes.
  15. Sushi

    Sushi

    Sushi is traditionally made with medium-grain white rice, though it can be prepared with brown rice or short-grain rice. It is very often prepared with seafood, such as squid, eel, yellowtail, salmon, tuna or imitation crab meat. Many types of sushi are vegetarian.
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    Why Restaurant Demand For Smaller Fish Fillets Is Bad News For Oceans

    Why Restaurant Demand For Smaller Fish Fillets Is Bad News For Oceans - NPR Bigger isn't necessarily better when it comes to catching, selling and eating fish. For certain snappers, in fact, a market preference for plate-size whole fillets is driving fishermen to target smaller fish. For...
  17. Almond crusted salmon salad

    Almond crusted salmon salad

    Salmon Pan Seared and Served Over Kale, Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Arugula, Avocado, Quinoa, Cranberries and Radishes Tossed with Our Vinaigrette at The Cheesecake Factory.
  18. Salmon salad

    Salmon salad

    Grilled Apricot-Chile Glazed Salmon Salad with Spinach, Corn, Boiled Egg, Tomatoes, Garbanzo Beans, Crispy Onions, Pecan Wood Smoked Bacon, Vinaigrette at Jimmy's Famous American Tavern in Dana Point, California.
  19. Smoked Salmon Tartare

    Smoked Salmon Tartare

    Smoked Salmon Tartare with Creamy Champagne Dill Dressing, Seeded Lavash at the Blu restaurant on the cruise ship Celebrity Reflection.
  20. Chargrilled oysters

    Chargrilled oysters

    Chargrilled oysters at Acme Oyster House in New Orleans. Sizzling, chargrilled oysters saturated in an herb butter sauce, topped with a special blend of cheese.
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