Shellfish & Seafood Medley (Printable Page)

A flavorful mix of fresh shellfish and seafood steamed with herbs for a light, vibrant meal.

# What You'll 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 - 7 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large, deep pan over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent, approximately 2 minutes.
02 - Raise heat to high and add mussels and clams. Pour in white wine, cover pan, and steam for 3 to 4 minutes until shells start to open.
03 - Add shrimp and scallops to the pan. Cover and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until shrimp are pink and scallops turn opaque.
04 - Remove any shellfish that remain closed. Season the medley with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Sprinkle chopped parsley over the seafood mixture and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fresh shellfish medley packed with flavors
  • Perfect for festive or light meals
02 -
  • Contains shellfish and mollusks; ensure no allergies before serving
  • Discard any shellfish that do not open during cooking to avoid foodborne illness
03 -
  • Use fresh shellfish for best flavor and safety
  • Do not overcook seafood to keep a tender texture
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