Shellfish and Seafood Medley (Printable)

A fresh mix of shellfish and seafood steamed with herbs, lemon, and white wine.

# What You Need:

→ Shellfish & Seafood

01 - 1.1 lb mussels, cleaned and debearded
02 - 0.66 lb clams, rinsed
03 - 0.44 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
04 - 0.33 lb scallops, cleaned

→ Aromatics

05 - 2 shallots, finely chopped
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 small bunch flat-leaf parsley, chopped

→ Liquids

08 - 6.8 fl oz dry white wine
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Seasoning

10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
11 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges

# How-To:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large, deep pan over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent, approximately 2 minutes.
02 - Increase heat to high. Add mussels and clams to the pan. Pour in white wine, cover, and steam for 3 to 4 minutes until shells begin to open.
03 - Incorporate shrimp and scallops into the pan. Cover again and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and scallops become opaque.
04 - Remove and discard any shellfish that have failed to open during cooking. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Sprinkle chopped flat-leaf parsley over the seafood and gently toss to combine flavors evenly.
06 - Serve immediately accompanied by lemon wedges to enhance the flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Steamed fresh shellfish and seafood combining various flavors
  • Perfect for a festive appetizer or a light main course
02 -
  • Contains shellfish and mollusks, which are common allergens
  • Ensure all shellfish are fresh and properly cleaned to avoid any health risks
03 -
  • Make sure to discard any shellfish that do not open during cooking to avoid foodborne illness
  • Use fresh herbs and high-quality olive oil to enhance the dish's flavor
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