4 Simple Seafood Recipes to Make Your Life Easier

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Everyone has heard that eating fish a few times a week has great benefits. Why, then, isn’t fish more common in American diets? You might have heard of the detrimental effects mercury can have on humans, but you shouldn’t avoid eating seafood altogether. The benefits of eating seafood outweigh the risks.

Many people worry about cooking fish correctly. They’re convinced that a tasty seafood meal will take hours to cook and complete. But the truth is, plenty of fish-based meals can be made cheaply and quickly, which makes it perfect for a busy family.

The Benefits of Eating Seafood

People might fear eating too much fish because of potential contaminants. As long as you eat certain fish in moderation and don’t overeat any one kind at a time, you’ll find yourself reaping the benefits of eating healthy, fresh seafood.

If mercury consumption concerns you, you should avoid eating large quantities of bigeye tuna, swordfish, shark, and other large, predatory fish species. Other species of fish are perfectly fine to eat up to three times a week!

Eating more fish might lower your blood pressure and lessen your risk of heart attacks and strokes. In fact, eating as little as one or two servings of fish a week can lead to a 36% decrease in your risk of dying from heart disease.

Additionally, fish can make a great addition to your diet. It can serve as an excellent substitution for red meats, which aren’t great for your health or the environment compared to other protein sources. Seafood has fewer calories than other meats, but it’s still an excellent source of protein. Introducing your children to fish early can also help them develop: Seafood improves eye health and helps build brain structure.

Of course, you must examine fish when you buy them to ensure you’re not taking a risk or buying something spoiled. You should only buy fresh fish from reputable sources, where you know the seafood is clean and has been refrigerated. Look for bright, shiny eyes when purchasing fresh fish — it’s a sign the product is good quality.

4 Seafood Recipes for Every Lifestyle

Who would complain about spending less time on dinner than they thought? You have a busy life, and it may be challenging to keep everything in order.

Luckily, you don’t have to worry about finding a seafood recipe that fits within your time and budget. These recipes can be made in around half an hour — though most can be created within 10 minutes!

1. Golden Sea Scallops

How many times can you say you’ve cooked your own scallops? These golden-brown fried sea scallops can finish in just a few minutes and may be served with many different side dishes depending on your preferences.

The scallops themselves are quick to fry, so you may need to start your side dishes early. All you need to create perfectly fried sea scallops is butter, oil, salt, and pepper. It’s an excellent dish for a family on the go who wants to try something new. Plus, it’s fried food, meaning it will likely become one of your kid’s favorite meals!

2. Salmon Chowder

This recipe clocks in at around 35 minutes to make, which might be more than the others, but with all the flavor in this recipe, you can consider the time an investment in a tasty and worthwhile dinner.

The greatest part about this dish is that it works great for people with dietary restrictions. People on a low-carbohydrate diet and those who go dairy-free can find a lot of flexibility in this recipe by swapping out certain ingredients. For example, the recipe calls for milk, but you could substitute coconut milk or unsweetened almond milk. Friendly for all meal plans, this salmon chowder will be a surefire hit at the dinner table.

3. Garlic Butter Shrimp

The best part of this recipe isn’t that it can be created and served in under 10 minutes, but that it can easily be created and multiplied when you’re entertaining. This dish is packed with flavor, so you must have the right ingredients on hand, like butter, lemon, and cilantro.

Keep a watchful eye on your shrimp. Overcooked shrimp, usually in the shape of an “O,” is tough and chewy. The ideal shape of your shrimp should be a “C,” for “cooked.” Remember to thaw your frozen shrimp thoroughly before cooking it, lest it melts and dilutes the flavor combination you’ve created. Once you allow everything to simmer together for a bit, it’s ready to serve!

4. Sausage, Shrimp, and Quinoa Skillet

Though this recipe is jam-packed with multiple ingredients like onion, peppers, quinoa, and two different types of protein, you can still make it in under 10 minutes. This recipe takes no time at all to go from preparation to plating.

The most important part is to thoroughly brown your sausage before adding in the vegetables — which you can also substitute for the produce of your choice if you have a picky eater dining with you. After they’ve cooked, you can add shrimp and pour in the quinoa a couple of minutes later. Since this meal is both tasty and full of nutritious vegetables, it’ll make all folks happy!

Don’t Skimp on the Seafood

Now that you know the benefits of eating seafood and how you can easily determine which species of fish to eat more often, you have no excuse to omit fish from your diet. Seafood doesn’t take a long time to cook. You just have to know which fish to opt for and the right dishes that will create something tasty for the whole family on your time.

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Kara Reynolds is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Momish Magazine. Kara’s mission is to normalize blended families. She enjoys pancakes, pilates, and pinot noir – but not at the same time.

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