Seafood Recipes The Whole Family Will Be Begging For

Looking for seafood recipes the whole family will be begging for? If you're not already a big fan of fish Fridays, you should definitely reconsider. Across the spectrum, seafood tends to be leaner than a lot of meat and is packed with a range of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that can help you look and feel your best — and even live longer. Fish, in its many forms, is actually considered to be one of the healthiest foods on Earth (via Healthline). 

Additionally, adding more fish to your diet can make healthy eating more fun because there are so many mouth watering seafood recipes out there. From light and fresh lunch options to creamy, comforting pasta, and everything in between, there's something for any appetite. And we've got no shortage of inspiration for you; we have recipes for shrimp tacos, crab cakes, lobster rolls, all kinds of salmon, and so much more. Keep scrolling to discover seafood recipes the whole family will be begging for.

Craving a restaurant quality dinner, but don't feel like making the trip or spending the cash? Light some candles on the table and try out this crab cake recipe that everyone will love instead. Our version dresses up the crab with plenty of Old Bay seasoning, dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh herbs. And these delicate little patties are actually easier to make than you think; you can pan fry them in just 10 minutes.

Shrimp and grits is a southern comfort food classic, so it's perfect for those cold nights when you just want to curl up with something warm and satisfying. Our version is inspired by chef Bobby Flay's recipe, served at his former restaurant Bar Americain, but with a few twists. These shrimp and grits are a no-brainer to whip up, made with simple, fresh ingredients, and we're running out of excuses not to drop everything and make them right now.

You're probably already thinking there's no way you can make a decent lobster roll at home — but hear us out. You can most likely get lobster at your local supermarket. And we've got a lobster roll recipe for you that's unique, yet very simple, and can be ready in 20 minutes or less. Seriously. Whatever regional lobster roll style you prefer, we're willing to bet you'll love this version made with Sriracha mayo, fresh dill, parsley and lemon.

Salmon can make for a delicious, lean, and super nutritious meal. But once it becomes a dinner staple, it can get boring if you don't mix up how you make it. Next time you've got the fish in your lineup, try out this recipe for pistachio-crusted salmon that will have you looking forward to dinner all day. It hits all the right notes: a sweet and tangy honey Dijon glaze, fresh and savory herbs, and a delightfully crunchy pistachio nut coating. Plus, the whole process is basically three steps and 20 minutes.

Dreaming about a trip to New Orleans on your lunch break? Maybe you can't make it to Mardi Gras, but you can take a trip with your tastebuds with our recipe for a classic shrimp Po Boy. The Louisiana-born sandwich is piled with battered shrimp and the all-important Remoulade sauce; and like so many iconic dishes, it was originally known as a street food staple to feed workers. While the ingredients list for this recipe is pretty long, fear not — the whole dish comes together in under 30 minutes.

We've all been there: work ran late, you're starving, but also low on groceries. But don't give in and hit the greasy drive-thru. Instead, make a quick beeline to your nearest Aldi and we've got you covered with a 15–minute, 5-ingredient shrimp scampi recipe. Grab a box of noodles while you're at it, and you've got yourself a full meal. Oh, and spoiler alert, you can get the simple ingredients for this dish at your local grocery store — it doesn't technically have to be Aldi — if you don't already have them in your kitchen.

Feeding a whole family day after day, week after week, is a lot, to say the least. To that end, there's no shame in finding all the shortcuts possible, even if that means repeating Taco Tuesday literally every single week. No judgement. Shake things up next time around with our easy 30-minute recipe for shrimp tacos that will make everyone happy. The shrimp are marinated and seared in a bright, herby chimichurri sauce, with extra sauce leftover to pile on to the tacos along with all your favorite toppings. Everybody wins here.

Sure, at the next dinner party you can whip out your tired old tray of chips and guac. Or, you can elevate your snacking with this recipe for simple ceviche that you're going to devour. The trick to ceviche is marinating your raw fish in salt and acid, which will cure it in the fridge over the course of a few hours. Our recipe uses salmon cured in lime, mirin, and soy sauce. The fish gets tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, cilantro, and mango. The combo of sweet, sour, and salty is downright addicting.

Sometimes it's the most simple recipes that end up being the biggest crowd pleasers. That's certainly the case when it comes to this straightforward recipe for seared salmon with chickpeas and kale. The fish fillets are seasoned and seared to perfection on a cast iron pan, then served over a bed of sautéed beans and greens, with earthy mushrooms thrown in. Notes of nutty parmesan and balsamic vinegar are all you need to finish off this understated, but oh-so-satisfying meal.

You want to know a secret? All you really need to make great seafood is quality fish, (always) salt, and not much more. When done right, the simplest seafood preparations are always the best. Put this secret to the test with our recipe for quick grilled shrimp. It's coated in a mix of lemon, butter, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper — just the basics and yet still so decadent. And when we say quick, we mean it. The shrimp need all of three minutes per side to cook up.

Let's just cut to the chase: this recipe for one-pot jambalaya is the ultimate comfort food dinner. It's so hearty, with a deep flavor that usually only comes after hard kitchen labor and lots of dirty dishes. Instead, this recipe all goes into one pot, and pretty much makes itself over 45 minutes on the stove. Our twist on the classic version of this recipe uses farro instead of rice (although you could certainly use rice if you'd prefer).