10 Summer Seafood Recipes to Bring the Boardwalk Home

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Summer Seafood Recipes to Bring the Boardwalk HomeDelish

Summer is a great time for laying by the pool, spending afternoons at the beach, and enjoying delicious seafood dishes right on the boardwalk. Just picture it: Perfect weather, a slight breeze, and a mouth watering lobster roll—what more could you possibly want?

If you don't have a boardwalk near you, or you're just feeling inspired to cook more seafood, you're in luck. We've rounded up some of the best seafood dishes out there that you can whip up right in the comfort of your own kitchen. We're talking homemade Connecticut-style lobster rolls, full-on seafood boils, and fried fish sandwiches that may just get a permanent spot in your recipe rotation.

Whether you're into salmon and halibut or are more of a shellfish kind of person, there's something for everyone.

1. Blackened Shrimp Bowls

If you love shrimp, you have to give these blackened shrimp bowls a try. They're packed with brown rice, roasted corn, and avocado and take under a half hour to make.

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blackened shrimp bowls with grilled corn, avocado, lime, and cilantro
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

2. Connecticut-Style Lobster Rolls

Whip up lobster rolls any time of the year using this quick and easy recipe that takes just half an hour to make. All you need for these are lobster tails, butter, hot dog buns, chopped chives, and lemon wedges for serving.

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3. Baked Scallops

These baked scallops boast a delicious crust made from Panko bread crumbs, freshly grated Parmesan, and red pepper flakes.

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4. Seafood Boil

Make your own mouthwatering seafood boil at home by following this easy-to-execute recipe. This dish calls for littleneck clams, shell-on shrimp, smoked sausage, red potatoes, and corn, but feel free to experiment if you're more confident.

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5. Baked Pineapple Salmon

This pineapple-baked salmon, which will easily impress dinner guests, takes just under an hour to make.

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Emily Hlavac Green

6. Shrimp Stir Fry

Made with sugar snap peas, red bell pepper, and broccoli, this stir fry tastes so good served over jasmine rice or mixed into vermicelli.

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Parker feierbach

7. Fish Tacos

Fish tacos are always a good idea whether you’re in the mood for a light lunch or want to make a quick dinner.

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Parker feierbach

8. Baked Chilean Sea Bass

How good is Chilean sea bass? This tasty recipe, made using miso paste, mirin, reduced-sodium soy sauce, and garlic, is oh-so-flavorful.

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miso marinated chilean sea bass with wilted arugula on a plate
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM

9. Grilled Halibut

You may be familiar with grilling hot dogs and burgers, but how about halibut? This tasty recipe requires just five minutes of prep time and boasts a delectable mango salsa made with jalapeño and cilantro.

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Kat Wirsing

10. Fried Fish Sandwich

These fried fish sandwiches give fried chicken sandwiches a run for their money. Made using flaky white fish—like cod or halibut—this lip-smackingly good dish is piled high with green cabbage slaw, pickles, and homemade tartar sauce.

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Andrew bui

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