26 Seriously Good Seafood Recipes To Try

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Spaghetti with prawns and cockles. Photo / Babiche Martens


Spaghetti With Prawns & CocklesTurn simple spaghetti into a divine dinner meal with shellfish simmered in white wine, herbs and aromatics, plus radicchio for a burst of colour.

Crispy Salmon With Noodles & VegesIt is worth hunting out fresh noodles for their lovely texture, but if you can't find them, use dried ones to accompany this easy meal.

Fish pies topped with creamy kumara mash. Photo / Babiche Martens
Fish pies topped with creamy kumara mash. Photo / Babiche Martens

Fish Pies Topped With Creamy Kumara MashThese pies  complete with lush peaks of kumara mash  sneak a few green vegetables into the filling.

Crayfish & Parmesan SpaghettiUsing the very freshest of ingredients, this crayfish spaghetti served with the salty, sharp flavour of parmesan, makes for a sophisticated yet super simple dish. If crayfish isn't available, large banana prawns make a great alternative.

Barbecue prawn, pineapple and avocado salad. Photo / Babiche Martens
Barbecue prawn, pineapple and avocado salad. Photo / Babiche Martens

Barbecue Prawn, Pineapple & Avocado SaladThis sweet and savoury combo is bound to be a favourite this barbecue season. Use the largest prawns you can find and be sure to barbecue the pineapple  it will caramelise it. The delicious sweetness works wonderfully with fresh crunchy lettuce and creamy avocado.

Smoked Fish Salad & OrecchietteThis salad is easily enjoyed on its own or as part of a wider lunch spread. The combination of fresh vegetables, lemon aioli and flakey smoked fish is simply delicious. Choose whatever smoked fish you wish  the options are endless.

Tuna poke bowl with avocado and edamame. Photo / Babiche Martens
Tuna poke bowl with avocado and edamame. Photo / Babiche Martens

Tuna Poke Bowl With Avocado & EdamameA good poke bowl loaded with healthy vibes is ideal for summer eating. They are so fast to make. The list of ingredients you can use is endless  you can easy tailor your selection to suit your tastes.

Pan-Fried Fish With Noodle Salad & Chilli Lime DressingPan-fried fish served alongside a refreshing spring green noodle salad will leave you feeling invigorated and healthy. Be sure to drizzle with delicious chilli lime dressing.

Barbecued teriyaki salmon with mango salsa. Photo / Babiche Martens
Barbecued teriyaki salmon with mango salsa. Photo / Babiche Martens

Barbecued Teriyaki Salmon With Mango SalsaFor a crowd-pleasing dish, you can't go past a side of salmon  especially when it's coated in homemade teriyaki sauce and grilled to perfection on the barbecue. Serve with a sweet mango salsa and prepare to impress.

Warm Scallop & Prawn Salad With Hazelnut ButterClassic prawn cocktail gets a posh update with large juicy prawns and sweet, subtle scallops. Sharp, crisp fennel and soft honeydew melon is topped with aromatic butter and dill, and a hazelnut crunch. Delish!

Soft fish tacos with mango salsa and spicy sauce. Photo / Babiche Martens
Soft fish tacos with mango salsa and spicy sauce. Photo / Babiche Martens

Soft Fish Tacos With Mango Salsa & Spicy SauceFair warning, you may have to double this recipe. The combination of fresh panfried fish, sweet mango salsa and smokey, spicy chipotle sauce is too good to resist. Mashed avocado on the side is a must.

Salmon Skewers With Courgette & LimeThese bite-sized skewers are simply perfect for entertaining. Smoked salmon, ginger and lemony courgette is perfect for a crunchy, cooling snack. If you're keen for something hot, try these teriyaki salmon kebabs.

Raw Coconut Fish. Photo / Babiche Martens
Raw Coconut Fish. Photo / Babiche Martens

Raw Coconut FishFor a moreish start to a picnic, this raw coconut fish is perfect. It requires no cooking whatsoever  simply some time in the fridge overnight. To eat, place a lettuce leaf on a slice of fresh white bread, pile with fish, wrap and eat.

Barbecue Prawns With LimeYou'll have a hit on your hands with these prawns skewers. Marinate your prawns in a zesty combination of chilli, soy, sugar and lime, thread on skewers and throw on the barbecue.

Prawn and tomato pasta. Photo / Babiche Martens
Prawn and tomato pasta. Photo / Babiche Martens

Prawn & Tomato Pasta For an elegant and tasty dinner option, what could be nicer than tiger prawns, good quality linguine, garlic and chilli. This is a great standby for a super quick meal.

Lettuce Cups With Prawn & MangoThese lettuce cups create the perfect mouthful  sweet, crunchy and citrusy all at once. It's easy to make in stages, then simply assemble just before your guests arrive.

Coconut fish with parmesan chips. Photo / Babiche Martens
Coconut fish with parmesan chips. Photo / Babiche Martens

Coconut Fish With Parmesan ChipsAdd an extra summery twist to fish and chips with a coconut crumb. Serve alongside cheesy parmesan chips for a delicious family dinner.

Oysters Wrapped In SpinachBring out oysters at a party and you can guarantee they will disappear within seconds, they're always such a hit. Here, they're delicately wrapped in a baby spinach leaf, along with a tiny taste of aioli, a squeeze of lime and caviar popped on top. It's divine.

Fresh tuna nicoise salad. Photo / Babiche Martens
Fresh tuna nicoise salad. Photo / Babiche Martens

Fresh Tuna Nicoise SaladA classic gets a tasty update with this recipe, which sees canned tuna swapped for fresh. You'll also appreciate the anchovy-spiked dressing. Serve with crusty buttered bread for a summer feast.

Mussel Bowls With Chorizo, Garlic & White WineSmoky chorizo is the perfect addition to these classic Kiwi mussel bowls. Enjoy for a relaxed lunch or lazy dinner with a crisp glass of white wine.

Leek, salmon and Emmental wholemeal tart. Photo / Babiche Martens
Leek, salmon and Emmental wholemeal tart. Photo / Babiche Martens

Leek, Salmon & Emmental Wholemeal TartSmoked salmon and Emmental cheese make leeks feel especially indulgent in this easy-to-make tart.

Squid Ink Risotto With ScallopsA little goes a long way when it comes to squid ink in this creamy, jet-black dish topped with butter-cooked scallops.

Togarashi-spiced trevally with avocado wasabi. Photo / Babiche Martens
Togarashi-spiced trevally with avocado wasabi. Photo / Babiche Martens

Togarashi-Spiced Trevally With Avocado WasabiTogarashi is a spicy combination that adds a subtle yet delicious flavour when seared quickly in a frying pan. It's exquisite in this light and refreshing starter.

Carrot & Prawn Orzo Risotto With ParmesanLeave the arborio rice behind in this tasty carrot and prawn risotto that utilises orzo pasta. Serve this orzo risotto with plenty of parmesan cheese and parsley.

Spanish Seafood Roast with potatoes, chorizo and fennel. Photo / Babiche Martens
Spanish Seafood Roast with potatoes, chorizo and fennel. Photo / Babiche Martens

Spanish Seafood Roast With Potatoes, Chorizo & FennelWeekend roasts don't get much easier, or more delicious, than this hearty one-pan meal with a kick.

Grilled Flounder With Burnt Sage Butter & Pea RisottoBeautiful flounder doesn't need a lot of cooking and its unique flavour needs no messing with. Enjoy yours with a creamy pea risotto and drizzled with burnt butter and some crispy sage leaves.

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