posts

June 22, 2022

Catalan Clams with white beans

This recipe for Catalan Clams with White Beans is shared by Sandy Garson of Bath, in the Maine Fishermen’s Association cookbook, Catch.

June 08, 2022

Cioppino with Lobster

Cioppino is a hearty West Coast seafood stew that typically features shrimp and Dungeness Crab. My Maine version uses Jonah Crab Claws and lobster - ‘cause that’s where I roam!

June 07, 2022

Clams and Mussels en Escabeche

Clams and Mussels en Escabeche is a classic chilled appetizer. Escabeche is the name for a number of dishes in Mediterranean and Latin cuisines.

June 22, 2022

Crab Remoulade

Remoulade is a classic French seafood sauce that came to these shores via Louisiana’s Creole cuisine. It pairs beautifully here, with Jonah crab meat from the waters of Maine. My vibrant version is a nice alternative to the traditional sauce.

June 08, 2022

Gazpacho with Smoked Mussels

Gazpacho is an easy, elegant cold summer soup made with blended raw veggies. Full of flavor, my version is elevated to new heights with the addition of smoked Maine mussels. We have a video on the site showing you how to smoke fresh mussels. You’ll need about 8 ounces of meat.

June 09, 2022

Lobster Bolognese

This recipe for Lobster Bolognese, shared in the Maine Fishermen’s Association cookbook, Catch, comes from Chef Melisa Bouchard of DiMillos on the Water in Portland, Maine.

June 08, 2022

Lobster Paella

Paella is a universally loved dish, traditionally cooked in Spain over a wood fire. Today, we’re using wood charcoal and In this version, I’ve paired sweet Maine lobster with chorizo, saffron, garlic and paprika to create a spectacular Lobster Paella.

June 08, 2022

Lobster wth Zucchini & Aioli

My recipe for Maine Lobster with Zucchini & Aioli is a beautiful way to serve up Maine lobster. Since it’s served at room temperature, it makes a fantastic summertime meal.

June 22, 2022

Maine Seafood Risotto

This recipe for Maine Seafood Risotto was shared by Jonathan Edgerton of Bowdoin, Maine from the cookbook Catch, which was created by the Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association.

June 08, 2022

Mussels with IPA & Roasted Garlic

This recipe for Maine Mussels with IPA & Roasted Garlic is a robust and fragrant dish that serves four as a main course or up to 8 as a hearty appetizer. The strong flavors of garlic and beer perfectly complement the sweet tender mussels from Maine.

June 08, 2022

Mussels with Mustard & Scallions

This recipe for Maine Mussels with Mustard and Scallions makes for an easy and delicious meal that comes together quickly.

June 08, 2022

Mussels with Spiced Chorizo

Maine Mussels with Spiced Chorizo Broth is a zesty, meaty take on steamed mussels, and it will fill your kitchen with a wonderful aroma of fragrant spices.

June 09, 2022

Scallop Peanut Satay

Maine Scallop Peanut Satay is one of my favorite recipes and it's really quick to pull together with basic pantry ingredients. The bright Asian flavors pair so well with the briny sweetness of tender Maine Dayboat scallops.

June 22, 2022

Shellfish Cassoulet

This savory Shellfish Cassoulet comes to us from Bobby Will, who is the owner and chef at his restaurant, Salt & Steel, in Bar Harbor, Maine. Bobby shared it in support of the Maine Coast Fishermen's Association.