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5 Fast and Easy Seafood Meals to Make This Week

Nancy Einhart — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:10:00 PST

Looking for a fast and easy weeknight dinner - or perhaps five? Easy doesn't have to mean dull, so try one of these five simple and simply delicious seafood dishes perfect any night of the week.

Staff Favorite: Greek-Spiced Baked Shrimp

Susannah Chen — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:35:31 PDT

It's hard to believe that we've come this far and never gotten around to sharing one of our very favorite fast and easy dinners. If you enjoy seafood and tomatoes, then brace yourself, because once you make this Greek shrimp recipe, your life might just change forever. This dinner in under 60 has been the darling of just about everyone in our office, and for good reason.

Inflecting the tomato sauce with allspice, cinnamon, feta, and dill lends the dish a whole new kind of exoticism that you're bound to love when craving the spices of South Asian and Middle Eastern cooking. I like the allspice element so much that I double the amount that's called for and then offer it over a pile of lightly oiled orzo. Any way you serve it, this is good eating, and the recipe is right this way.

Fast and Easy Dinner: Baked Herbed Shrimp

Lauren Hendrickson — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:35:49 PDT

Baked shrimp is a great weeknight dinner because it can be prepped in advance, and the quick cook time ensures no one will have a rumbling belly. For my version, I combined lemon-flavored olive oil with a bunch of herbs, including tarragon, lemon thyme, and chives. However, the simplicity of this dish allows you to use whatever herbs you have on hand: oregano, rosemary, basil, anything would be delicious! Feel free to experiment with the endless varieties. Want more spice? Add chopped jalapeños or some crushed red pepper flakes. I served it with a Spring salad and fresh bread for a filling meal. Keep reading for this incredibly easy dish.

Killer App: Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp and Nectarines

Lauren Hendrickson — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 01:11:26 PDT

Summertime and the barbecuing is easy with this bacon-wrapped shrimp and nectarine appetizer. These bite-size treats are perfect for a hot night party. I used nectarines, but for a more tropical twist, opt for mango or pineapple. Or if you want a little heat, try adding a slice of jalapeño. The sweetness of the fruit is a great contrast with the salty bacon and juicy shrimp. Get the grill hot and listen to these babies sizzle! Keep reading for this incredibly simple recipe.

Fast & Easy Dinner: Lemon Butter Shrimp

Lauren Hendrickson — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 16:34:59 PDT

After a long day, I'm always on the lookout for a speedy and tasty dinner. Shrimp baked with butter and lemon is simple - and scrumptious, too. Lemon and butter topped on just about any seafood tends to be heavenly, and these little pink shrimp soak it up just the same. If you want to enhance the flavor even more, try adding a little more heat with a spicy pepper or hot sauce.

Want to avoid turning on the oven? This recipe would work just as well with a large fry pan on the stove. Serve the shrimp with a green salad and fresh French bread to dip in the lemon butter, and you've got dinner in about 20 minutes. To enjoy an easy seafood dinner tonight, keep reading for the recipe.

Break Out the Barbie For These Amazing Shrimp

Katie Sweeney — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 05:46:00 PDT

Shrimp fans rejoice! This peel-and-eat shrimp recipe is a revelation. It's everything you could want in a shrimp dish; it's quick, easy, and downright delicious. You'll be licking your fingers as you pop plump succulent shrimp after juicy flavorful shrimp in your mouth.

This recipe proves that sometimes the simplest of preparations are the most delicious. There's no exotic ingredients or special techniques. The shrimp is generously brushed with a mixture of olive oil, herbs, garlic, chile flakes, and lemon zest.

They're placed on the grill for a couple of minutes until they're pink. Once they're cool enough to handle, start peeling. These shrimp go like hot cakes! Serve as an appetizer or an entrée alongside a large salad. You've got to make these shrimp, so get the recipe now.

Take a Trip to Coastal Spain With Shellfish Paella

Katie Sweeney — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 12:07:13 PDT

If you've never made paella, the traditional Spanish rice dish with origins in Valencia, I highly recommend you give it a try this weekend! This uncomplicated recipe is easy to follow and has awesome results. The paella is filling, flavorful, and delicious. It's packed with chorizo and shellfish, so it has a wonderful surf-and-turf quality.

Although the recipe has you cook the paella on the grill, I made it on the stovetop. Other substitutions to note: I used Mexican chorizo instead of Spanish chorizo and omitted the squid and saffron, because of a restricted selection at the local market. Despite these changes, I really enjoyed this paella and plan to make it again soon! Check out the recipe now.

What's Your Favorite Shellfish?

Susannah Chen — Mon, 16 May 2011 06:09:44 PDT

Yay for seafood! Pacific salmon season's just started, and incidentally, the rising temperatures are also ideal for that warm-weather selection from the sea that I like to call shore food. In light of the lobster rolls and crab cakes that we'll soon be enjoying, I'd like to ask: what's your favorite kind of shellfish?

Mediterranean Shrimp Salad and Fresh Strawberry Pie - A Spring Feast!

Yum Community — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 03:13:07 PDT

We always try to promote seasonal cooking, so it's exciting to see when you do the same! RetroinAL uploaded these delicious-looking photos of a recent Spring meal in the community.

Arugula and strawberries are both in season at the moment, so why not make tasty and healthy dishes that capitalize on their abundance?

And not to forget dessert...

For the recipes, be sure to check out her blog. Have you made a memorable in-season dish recently? Share it with us in the YumSugar Community, and we might just feature it here!

These Spicy Shrimp Are Finger-Licking Good!

Katie Sweeney — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 12:55:55 PDT

What is it about shrimp that's so delectable? Could it be their pretty pink color? Succulent plumpness? Extreme versatility? Fast cook time? Whatever it is, they are a crowd-pleasing item that's a regular on my dinner party menus. For a recent shindig, I served these spicy, finger-licking-good, Moroccan-inspired shrimp. It's a quick and easy recipe that results in a delicious appetizer. Measure and prepare the spices hours before the meal, and cook just before serving. Ready to learn the technique? Read on.