French Seafood Recipes

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Here are some easy French seafood recipes. Since fish cooks so quickly it is ideal for a last minute meal that needs to be on the table fast. You can use frozen seafood in some of these easy fish recipes, which can be very helpful when dinner should be on the table in less then an hour and you don't know what to cook.

Easy Shrimp Recipe

A very quick dish that makes good use of the French anise-flavored liquor, Pastis. Make this with fresh shrimp for best results and serve on a bed of rice.

Fish Soup Recipe

This recipe can be made perfectly using frozen scallops and fish in any combination you wish. A delicious, warm meal ready in less than 30 minutes.

French Seafood Platter

Learn about how to enjoy a French seafood platter, including the names for shellfish in French. A gourmet experience not to be missed if you visit France.

Mussels Recipe

Mussels served in a saffron infused cream sauce. This is a sure-to-please starter course or you can serve it over rice for a main course.

Poached Salmon Recipe

Salmon is so flavorful and moist already that all it needs to taste divine is a quick poaching that won't stink up your house either. Serve with dill sauce for perfect bites.

Sardine Recipes

Here are two easy appetizers featuring sardines. One pairs the fish with tomatoes in a delicious tart and the other is for a mousse you can serve with crackers or bread.