Tasting the Natural Goodness of Alaskan Seafood Recipes

Seafood recipes are practically a source of important nutrients. The sparkling ocean waters of Alaska can provide the freshest seafood recipes.

Fish and seafood are natural sources of fatty acid called Omega 3. These are brain foods that can be cooked in different ways. Examples include grilling, pouching, broiling, fried, smoked and even baking.

Seafood recipes are easy, needing lesser time for preparation. You can even add your own favorite ingredients to make a unique and healthy way of cooking sea foods.

Alaska excels in giving the finest fresh caught sea foods. They provide the best flavorful recipes. Coal Point Seafood Company in Homer Harbor urges people to buy sea foods directly from fishermen. They can provide a step by step quality control in producing top of the line seafood. They sell seafood that are caught on the same day using a technique called "blasting" and "freezing" in order to provide flavorful dinner plate recipes.

The icy-cold waters of Alaska offers bountiful prime quality sea foods. It can provide the five species of salmon, three species of Alaska crab and sumptuous whitefish and shrimps.

Thus, Alaskan seafood contains high-quality protein and it is carbohydrates- free, having moderate fats and calories. Here are some of the Alaskan seafood recipes that everybody can enjoy:

King Crab Recipes

The Alaskan king crab (Paralithodes) is the largest in its family. It weighs 25 pounds. It blends well with a variety of seasonings because of its succulent flavor. Large pieces of white meat can be paired with a kind of light dip. Its tender texture and delicate flavor can give many possible good eating recipes.

Alaska King Crab Royal

• 12 oz. thawed Alaska king crab with split legs
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 1 tbsp. parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tsp grated onion
• ¼ tsp crushed tarragon
• Hot pepper

Cut the crab legs into 1 ½ to 3 in. or you can remove the crab meat and cut it into bite sized pieces. Return it to its shell and combine the remaining ingredients. Brush this over to the crab. In a broiler pan, put the crab legs, along with its shell side down for about 3 to 5 minutes. Heat this for 3 to 4 minutes. Brush this with sauce. This can make 2 dish servings.

Grilling Method: Place these crab legs on top of a rack. This should be 5 inches above coals. Grill it for 5 minutes, brushing it with sauce occasionally.

Salmon Recipes

Alaska's salmon ranks as the finest seafood in the world. The five species like king, sockeye, red, pink and cohochum provides the most firm texture, rich color and flavor. The state-of-the-art freezing technology of salmon gives a locked-in freshness all year long for a delightful way of cooking it.

Alaska Seafood Parmesan

• 4 pieces thawed Alaska salmon fillet
• 4 sheets (12x18 in.) aluminum foil
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 medium strips of red bell pepper
• Cayenne pepper

On medium high, preheat grill or oven at 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a nonstick cooking spray that can be placed on the foil and the fillet at the center. Sprinkle it with parmesan cheese and cayenne pepper top, along with vegetables. Fold and bake from 18 to 22 minutes. You can also grill it for 10 to 12 minutes and covering it. This recipe is good for 4 persons.

Cod Recipes

A cod is versatile seafood which is mild, lean and flaky. It is commonly sold as fillets, skinless and boneless. The abundant supply of Alaska can make this an everyday family menu.

Alaska Cod, orzo and cucumber salad

• 1 pound Alaska cod fillet
• 1 cup Orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
• 2 peeled, seeded cucumbers, cut into strips
• 8 lettuce leaves
• 1/4cup green onion, sliced
• 4 lemon wedges
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• ½ cup blue cheese salad dressing
• 4 tsp diced red bell pepper
• ¼ tsp. lemon juice
• Salt and pepper

Mix lemon zest, blue cheese and lemon juice. Set aside for a few minutes. Sauté or broil the cod fillets. Cooking time should be between 4 to 8 minutes but this should also depend on the method used. Set aside again.
Boil 4 cups of salted water and add orzo. Cook until al dente for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and cool.

Flake the cod fillets and place it together with the orzo and cucumber slices in a bowl. Add the dressing and green onions. Mix it with salt and pepper.

Divide the salad into 4 plates, having 2 lettuces underneath. Garnish it with red bell pepper and lemon wedge.

Alaskan seafood really takes pride in offering delicious and nutritious recipes, providing you with ease in cooking.