Summer Seafood

Seafood lends itself to summer.It 's so versatile in this season. Any kind can go from the grill to a salad. It's just  getting creative with it.

What kind of seafood you want is up to you. Many go with shrimp because it's easy to work with and versatile. Steaming shrimp is a simple make and the best for sealing in it's flavor. This makes for a tastier salad.Shrimp salad can be eaten on it's own , a fresh leaf of Bibb lettuce or in a tasty roll. You can use mayo but combine it with lemon juice to make it lighter and less greasier. Dill is added for flavor along with chopped celery.Chopped red onion also gives it more flavor but you could use onion powder if this is too overpowering in flavor. Dijon mustard gives it some zing as well as color. After mixing well , the salad should be left to chill for at least two to three hours. Overnight in the fridge is the best. Howe you serve it is up to you. Try it on a lettuce leave with a tomato wedge or in a crusty roll for a light lunch or even dinner. Grilled shrimp is another way to go.it should be marinated first usually in a simple one of lemon juice ,olive oil and that seafood must Old Bay Seasoning.  You could add sugar to caramelize the shrimp but this is up to you.This last is a great addition to any barbecue because it also goes well on chicken too. Skewer the shrimp and then grill for three minutes on each side until they have char. 

What are the best fish to grill? Salmon comes out as the number one. It's flavor can mix with anything , where it's a savory sweet teriyaki sauce or a tart and bright lemon.Keep in mind that wild salmon has a stronger flavor than farm raised which has a sweeter and milder taste.It should be brushed with a quality oil such as grape seed or extra virgin olive oil. grill the fish on both sides on a 450 to 500 Farenheit degree grill for six to eight minutes to ensure the fish wont' stick to the grates and pull away easily when lifted. what to serve with it? Try grilled asparagus with a light lemon butter sauce. Another popular fish for the grill is tuna. There are so many different types but the best for grilling is albacore.Its' fleshy white meat is perfect for barbecuing.Most tuna marinades have an Asian bent. Create one that is a mix of soy sauce , and freshly shredded ginger. it should be marinated for thirty minutes before grilling for two to three minutes on each side on a 475 degree Farenheit grill. what about cod? Is it too flaky to put on a grill? No.You can easily create some tasty barbecued fillets but just be careful with handling them.Generously oil the grill before cooking so the fish won;t stick.You can try a combo rub of onion and garlic powder with paprika for color and flavor. Grill on a 400 degree Farenheit for four minutes on each side,

Summer seafood is always the right choice.It;s delicious and versatile. Try it in a salad or grilled for a tasty warm weather meal.