Mixed Seafood Platter

This luxurious seafood platter is the perfect choice for special occasions or a festive dinner. The combination of juicy mussels, delicious shrimp, rich lobster tails, and succulent crab claws provides a true gourmet experience. The flavors of white wine, butter, garlic, and fresh lemon blend perfectly with the seafood, creating a harmonious taste. Serve with fresh, crusty bread to soak up all the delicious juices and enjoy an unforgettable meal. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon for added freshness and a touch of elegance.

Mixed Seafood Platter

This elegant mixed seafood platter, ideal for a special occasion or a fancy dinner, serves 4 people.

Ingredients:

• 500 g fresh mussels, cleaned and beards removed
• 400 g shrimp, peeled and deveined (leave a few with heads on for presentation)
• 2 large lobster tails, cut in half
• 300 g crab claws, cracked
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red chili pepper, finely chopped (optional, for a touch of heat)
• 200 ml white wine
• 100 g unsalted butter
• Fresh lemon wedges, for serving
• Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish
• Olive oil, for drizzling
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Crusty bread, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the seafood: Rinse all seafood under cold water and set aside. Make sure to remove any sand or grit from the mussels.
2. Cook the mussels: In a large pan, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add half of the minced garlic and chili pepper, if using. Sauté for about 1 minute. Add the mussels, pour in the white wine, and cover the pan with a lid. Let the mussels steam for 5-7 minutes until they open up. Discard any that remain closed.
3. Cook the shrimp: In another pan, melt half of the butter over medium heat. Add the remaining minced garlic and shrimp. Sauté until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Prepare the lobster and crab: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Arrange the lobster tails and crab claws on a baking sheet. Brush with melted butter and season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the lobster meat is opaque and the crab is heated through.
5. Assemble the platter: On a large serving plate, arrange the cooked mussels, shrimp, lobster tails, and crab claws. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
6. Serve: Drizzle some extra olive oil over the seafood and serve with crusty bread for dipping in the flavorful juices.

Nutritional Value (per serving, approximately):

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Protein: 35 g
• Fat: 20 g
• Carbohydrates: 15 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sodium: Varies based on seafood

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Enjoy this luxurious seafood feast with friends and family!