1 / 12We're sure you would have devoured seafood dishes on the go. By that we mean the Malvani, Konkan, Kerala, Chettinad, Karnataka and Goan curries and fried dishes of crabs, prawns, squid or even the best fish. But go to think about it, these dishes do not reflect on the 10 best seafood recipes, or at least according to Tasteatlas, these Indian dishes are not the most popular among seafood recipes. In case you're a lover of seafood and want to know which are the best seafood dishes, then you must continue to read on. (Image: Shutterstock)
2 / 12The world of seafood cuisine is a treasure trove of flavours and culinary creativity. From crispy and flavourful butter-fried prawns to an array of delectable recipes, here are the 10 best-rated international seafood recipes. TasteAtlas' food rankings are based on audience ratings, combined with a series of mechanisms that recognise real users and give additional value to the ratings of users that the system recognises as knowledgeable. (Image: Shutterstock)
3 / 12No 10. Tacos de Pescado | Originating from Baja California, this classic recipe showcases how to prepare fish tacos. It involves cutting firm, white fish into chunks, dipping them in beer batter, and frying them to a crispy, golden perfection. The battered fish chunks are then placed on corn tortillas and topped with shredded cabbage, a sour cream and mayonnaise sauce, avocado, and fresh cilantro leaves. Lime wedges are served alongside the prepared tacos. (Image: Shutterstock)
4 / 12No 9. Paella de Mariscos | This seafood paella recipe is adapted from Saveur and requires a large pan, ideally 17-18 inches in diameter. If the liquid evaporates before the rice is fully cooked, you can add more clam soup and continue cooking. To ensure the rice's ideal texture, cover the paella with a kitchen towel while it rests before serving. (Image: Shutterstock)
5 / 12No 8. Surf and Turf | This is a concept rather than a specific dish, involving the serving of red meat and seafood on the same plate. Typically, tender cuts of beef, such as tenderloin, sirloin, or strip steak, are grilled to medium-rare or medium perfection. Marinating the meat before grilling is optional. For the seafood component, crustaceans like lobster, shrimp, and prawns are often chosen and can be prepared by grilling, baking, steaming, or frying. (Image: Reuters)
6 / 12No 7. Moules-Frites | Belgium's answer to fast food, moules-frites, is quick and easy to prepare. Fresh mussels are briefly washed in cold water to remove sand, then cooked in a pot with butter and vegetable broth. The pot is covered with a lid and shaken vigorously to ensure even cooking. Typically, a serving ranges from 1 to 1.5 kilograms per person, with the most esteemed mussels coming from the river Schelde. (Image: Shutterstock)
7 / 12No 6. Spaghetti alle Vongole | This traditional Neapolitan dish is both quick and beginner-friendly. Its main ingredients are clams (carpet-shell or bean clams) and spaghetti, though linguine or vermicelli can be used. The dish comes in two versions: bianco (without tomatoes) and rosso (with tomatoes). Parsley, garlic, peperoncino, pepper, and white wine are essential components, with variations based on the chef's preferences. (Image: Reuters)
8 / 12No 5. Moqueca | Moqueca is an emblematic dish of Brazilian cuisine with regional variations, such as moqueca baiana and moqueca capixaba. These stews share common ingredients like white fish, onions, tomatoes, peppers, and garlic but differ in regional nuances. Moqueca baiana includes coconut milk and dendê (palm) oil, while moqueca capixaba incorporates annatto for color and flavor. Other variations include Moqueca Parense and Moqueca Paulista. (Image: Shutterstock)
9 / 12No 4. Tendon | This Japanese rice dish from the donburi group features cooked or steamed rice topped with seafood and vegetables deep-fried in tempura batter and drizzled with tentsuyu sauce. The preparation involves cooking or steaming short-grained rice, followed by simmering dashi, mirin, soy sauce, and sugar to create the tentsuyu sauce. (Image: Shutterstock)
10 / 12No 3. Ceviche | Ceviche is a fresh and fragrant dish that requires no cooking, relying on the freshness of its ingredients. It involves raw fish fillets cut into bite-sized pieces and marinated in lime or lemon juice. The citric acid "cooks" the fish proteins, changing their color from pink to white without heat. Suitable fish choices include sea bass, striped bass, grouper, sole, or flounder. (Image: Reuters)
11 / 12No 2. Moqueca Baiana | Originating from Bahia, Brazil, moqueca baiana is a fusion dish influenced by European, African, and Indigenous culinary traditions. Typically prepared in a clay pot, it features white fish, shrimp, dendê palm oil, coconut milk, peppers, onions, tomatoes, lime juice, garlic, and cilantro. Variations exist in preparation methods and ingredient combinations. (Image: Shutterstock)
12 / 12No 1. Gambas al Ajillo | Gambas al ajillo, or garlic shrimps, is a beloved Spanish tapa dish. Prepared in clay ramekins, it consists of fresh shrimps, garlic, dry chili pepper, olive oil, and salt. The quick preparation involves sizzling garlic in olive oil until it browns, then adding the shrimps and chili pepper. After a few minutes, the dish is ready to be served, often arriving at the table with sizzling hot olive oil. (Image: Shutterstock)
