5 unusual seafood dishes

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Post:Selina Nguyen - Duong Thuy

1. Sicilian sea bass

This is a refined dish from Sicily, Italy, combining the unique contrast between the sweetness of the meat and the refreshing coolness of the accompanying sauce. The dish is elaborately prepared with many steps, such as frying the fish until the skin is crispy without the flesh falling apart, and carefully baking the accompanying vegetables. Another special feature of this dish is the creamy mashed potatoes served alongside the fish, creating a unique flavor combination.

Ingredient:

• Sea bass fillet, potatoes, cherry tomatoes, olives and olive oil, garlic, capers

• Frisee lettuce, radicchio lettuce, and iceberg lettuce, basil leaves

Preparation method:

• Sauce: Heat oil in a large skillet, then add minced garlic, chopped olive oil, and capers. Stir for a few minutes, then add grated lemon zest and basil leaves.

• Soak cherry tomatoes in olive oil with minced garlic and basil leaves. Let them marinate, then bake in the oven at 100°C.

• Peel and steam the potatoes until cooked, then mash them with fresh cream and butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

• Cut the sea bass fillets into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan, then place the fillets back-side down and fry until crispy. Flip and fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until fully cooked.

Present:

Sea bass is placed on top of mashed potatoes, drizzled with a special sauce, and topped with green lettuce. The dish is also decorated with cherry tomatoes, olives, and sauce to create garnishes.

You can enjoy this dish at:

InterContinental Hanoi Westlake Hotel

1A Nghi Tam, Tay Ho, Hanoi
Tel: 04. 6270 8888
government:www.intercontinental.com/hanoi

2. Shrimp and Avocado Cocktail

This used to be a Parisian specialty, a combination of the delicate white and red hues of shrimp, the refreshing green of basil, and the vibrant red of tomato and chili sauce. The sweet and savory flavor of the shrimp, combined with the avocado cocktail sauce and a side of lettuce, creates an appealing dish with a multitude of flavors, both familiar and novel. It's the rustic taste of shrimp paired with the tangy spiciness of orange, lemon, and chili, and the rich, spicy kick of mayonnaise and wine.

Ingredient:

- 300g shrimp, 300g butter, 100g mayonnaise, 0.05g tomato sauce, 0.05g chili sauce, 0.05g Tabasco

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- Orange juice, lemon juice, salt, pepper, olive oil, basil, and wine.

Preparation method:

- Steam the fresh shrimp (cook until about 80% done), then remove and soak in cold water. While waiting for the shrimp to drain, prepare the sauce.

- From the main ingredients including mayonnaise, orange juice, chili sauce, ketchup, wine, and especially tapasco, all mixed together, comes a sauce with a reddish-pink color and a balanced sweet, sour, spicy, and aromatic flavor that stimulates the taste buds.

Present:

Place the shrimp on a plate and pour the sauce over them, then garnish with lettuce, basil, and chili peppers.

You can enjoy this dish at:

Sunrise Hoi An Resort

Cua Dai Beach, Hoi An, Quang Nam
Tel: 0510. 393 7777
government:www.sunrisehoian.vn

3. Lobster with garlic butter sauce

The firm, sweet, and rich flavor of lobster, combined with the fragrant aroma of butter and garlic, creates a luxurious, visually appealing, and enticing dish, perfect for entertaining family and friends. According to food connoisseurs, pairing lobster with butter and garlic sauce with Sauvignon Blanc white wine enhances the flavor significantly.

Ingredient:

500g lobster, 100g butter, 40g garlic, 3 yellow lemons, 150g lettuce, 10g parsley, 50g sprouts, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper.

Preparation method:

Clean the lobster, use a sharp knife to split it in half, remove the black vein, marinate with salt, pepper, and garlic, then pan-fry with butter and bake in the oven.

Whole garlic cloves are cooked in the oven, then mashed with cilantro, butter, salt, pepper, and L&P sauce or Tabasco sauce. During baking, brush the mixture onto the surface. The heat from the oven melts the garlic butter sauce, creating an attractive golden color and a wonderful aroma.

Present

Serve the grilled lobster with butter and garlic on a plate, accompanied by grilled lemon, lettuce, and sprouts.

You can enjoy this dish at:

Cafe Lautrec Restaurant

Hotel de l'Opera
29 Trang Tien Street, Hanoi
Tel: 04. 6282 5555
government:www.hoteldelopera.com

4. Grilled basa fish topped with coarse salt.

Grilled basa fish topped with coarse salt will be a unique experience that Park View restaurant offers to Travellive readers. This dish is also rich in trace elements and minerals that are beneficial for brain and heart health, and are excellent for weight loss. When enjoying basa fish, treat yourself to a glass of Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc white wine. Your senses will then be awakened to fully enjoy the exquisite flavors of this culinary delight.

Ingredient:

Basa fish: 1; fennel seeds: ½ teaspoon; white peppercorns: ½ teaspoon; salt: 250g; star anise: 1; juice of 1 lemon; eggs: 8; olive oil: 20ml; dill: 30g.

Preparation method:

- Separate the egg whites and beat them until fluffy. Then add the fennel seeds, star anise, and peppercorns to a mortar and pestle and grind until smooth. Continue to season with salt and chopped fennel while grinding. Once the egg whites are well beaten, mix them into the above mixture and add the lemon zest.

- Thoroughly clean the fish's intestines, then dry the fish completely with a clean towel. Cut a lemon in half and lightly drizzle the juice over the basa fish. Place the fish on a baking tray (it's best to place a sheet of baking paper underneath), and pour the egg white mixture around and over the entire fish.

- Bake the fish in the oven at 150 degrees Celsius for 35-45 minutes.

Present:

Place the fish on a large plate and garnish with half a lemon and drizzle with olive oil.

You can enjoy this dish at:

Park View Restaurant

New World Saigon Hotel
76 Le Lai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Tel: 08. 3829 4000
government:www.newworldhotels.com

5. Hong Kong-style shark fin soup

In Hong Kong's culinary culture, shark fin soup is considered one of the "eight treasures"—eight rare and precious delicacies that are believed to nourish the body or cure certain ailments. The soup has a delicate sweetness from the spices and a rich flavor from the crab roe.

Ingredients (for 2 servings)
20g shark fin, 100g shredded crab meat, 2 shiitake mushrooms, 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with ½ cup water, 4 boiled quail eggs (peeled), 2 chicken eggs, ½ free-range chicken (about 700g), fish sauce, pepper, ginger, finely chopped onion and garlic, coriander, sesame oil, soy sauce, and a few slices of chili.

Processing:
- Soak shark fins in warm water (30-40°C), add a little wine and ginger to remove the fishy smell, then steam them for about 1 hour. Soak shiitake mushrooms in warm water and rinse them clean.

- Heat a tablespoon of cooking oil, deodorize with a sprig of shallot (or garlic), remove the shallot or garlic, add the shark fins and stir a few times. Add shredded crab meat (or a beaten egg, poured into small strands) to chicken bone broth, bring to a boil, then add the shark fins. Season to taste.

Present:

Divide the soup into bowls, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, parsley, pepper, and a little sesame oil.

You can enjoy this dish at:

Silk Road Restaurant