Honey Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Honey Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers

2 lb Panamei Raw, Peeled, Deveined, Tail-on Shrimp (Suggested size: 16/20 to 21-25)

½ cup Soy Sauce

1 cup of Honey

6 Garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp Paprika

1 tsp Onion powder

¼ cup Olive oil (for seasoning)

¼ cup Canola or vegetable oil (for the grill)

2-3 Lemons, cut into halves

TO THAW SHRIMP:
Remove from the packaging and place in a covered container in the refrigerator overnight (6-8 hours). For quick thawing, place shrimp in a colander under running cool water for 15-20 minutes until thoroughly defrosted. Drain the excess water and cook immediately, do not refreeze seafood products after being thawed.

PREPARE THE MARINADE:
Combine the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, paprika, onion powder, and olive oil in a large bowl. Add the shrimp and mix it well. Cover the bowl and let the shrimp marinate with the seasoning in the refrigerator for at least one hour before grilling.

GET READY TO GRILL!
Clean the grill grates and brush them with oil (canola or vegetable)—Preheat to 415˚F. If using wooden skewers, soak them in warm water for 15-30 minutes before use.  Build the skewers with three or four shrimp depending on the size of the sticks; as an option, you may add vegetables like onion, peppers, or cherry tomatoes in between.

Cook the shrimp skewers for about 2 minutes on each side. With the remaining marinade, brush the lemon halves and grill them open face down for a couple of minutes; squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp right before serving. ENJOY!

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Saffron Golden Rice & Clams

Saffron Golden Rice & Clams

In a medium bowl, soak the rice in warm water to cover for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear, set aside.

In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, add the 3 cups of water and infuse saffron threads for about 10 minutes warm. Incorporate the rice and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, to combine the flavors, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the tomato, onions, garlic, and oil, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and add the clams. Sprinkle the parsley and salt to taste. Stir once again to combine, cover and simmer over low heat until the rice is fluffy, and the clams have opened about 20 to 25 minutes. Discard any of the clams that fail to open.

1 16 oz package Panamei whole cooked clams

2 cups long-grain white rice

3 cups warm water, plus additional warm water to soak the rice

1 tsp saffron threads

2 large tomatoes, diced

1 small white onion, chopped

6 cloves of garlic, chopped

1/3 cup canola oil

4 sprigs of Italian parsley, chopped

Sea salt, to taste

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Creole Squid Turnovers (Octopus Style)

Creole Squid Turnovers (Octopus Style)

Recipe by Norma Berrios (Ensalpicadas)

Watch the step by step video and read the complete recipe on ENSALPICADAS.COM

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Kanikama Salad by Chef Norma Berrios

Kanikama Salad

Recipe by Chef Norma Berrios

Watch the step by step video and read the complete recipe on Ensalpicadas.com

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Kanikama Salad

Kanikama Salad

  •  8 oz Panamei Kanikama
  • ¼ cup of julienned carrots
  • ¼ cup of julienned cucumber
  • ¼ cup toasted panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp spicy mayo
  • Sliced scallions, sesame seeds, spicy mayo, eel sauce and sliced avocado for garnish.

Cut the Panamei Kanikama in thirds and shred with your fingertips.

In a bowl combine the shredded Kanikama, carrots, cucumbers, panko bread crumbs, spicy mayo and combine.

Serve with sliced scallions, sesame seeds, spicy mayo, eel sauce and sliced avocado.

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Grilled Octopus Greek Salad

Grilled Octopus Greek Salad

Octopus Marinade

  • 1 lb Panamei Octopus
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

 

Greek Dressing

  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup of red wine vinegar
  • juice of ½ a lemon
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

 

Salad

  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1 red pepper, chopped
  • ½ a cucumber, chopped
  • 2 roma tomatoes, chopped
  • ¼ cup kalamata olives, chopped
  • ¼ cup feta cheese
  • ½ small red onion, sliced

In a bowl, combine Panamei Octopus, oregano, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and olive oil.

Mix well and allow the octopus to marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

Place on a hot grill for 2-3 minutes for color.

Set aside.

In a separate bowl, mix the garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper.

Set aside.

Cook orzo per package instructions.

Drain and add to a large bowl.

Combine the Orzo, red pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta cheese, red onion and grilled octopus.

Add Greek dressing to taste and stir. Kalí óreksi!

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Tropical Seafood

Tropical Seafood

Recipe and photo by: Susana Illera Martínez

  • 1 lb Panamei Shrimp, raw
  • 1 lb Panamei Seafood mix
  • 1 (14oz) can coconut milk
  • 1 cup coconut, grated (frozen, fresh or dry)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 limes, juiced
  • 1 orange, juiced
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow and green), chopped
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 1 packet of achiote and coriander seasoning
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cilantro, chopped (to garnish)

In a large bowl, mix the lemon and orange juice with the garlic, seasoning, cumin, salt and pepper. Thaw the shellfish, cover them with the juice and marinate for at least one hour.

In a saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the onion, peppers and tomato for approx. 5 minutes, add the coconut milk and grated coconut, cook over low heat for approx. 15 minutes until reduced. Add the seafood with the juice and turn up the heat to cook everything together, about 10 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink. Serve hot and sprinkle cilantro on top (optional).

Great options to pair with: White rice, tostones (fried green plantains) or French bread.

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Octopus Salad

Octopus Salad

1 lb Cooked Octopus Panamei
3 Tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
1 large garlic clove, minced
½ tsp cayenne pepper
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Sea salt, to taste
Lemon wedges, to garnish

In a bowl, crush the garlic with 1 tsp of salt. Add the cayenne pepper and paprika, stir.

Add olive oil and lemon juice. Mix well.

Toss the octopus and mix until it is evenly coated.

Add fresh parsley.

Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon wedges.

Serve and enjoy!

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Seafood Cataplana

Seafood Cataplana

1 lb Panamei Shrimp, uncooked, peeled
1/2 lb Panamei Mussel meat
1/2 lb Panamei Clams
1/2 lb Panamei Squid Rings
1/2 lb Panamei Cooked Squid Slices
2 Mild Italian Sausages, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 Tbsp azafrán
1/4 cup wine wine
1/4 cup clam juice
1 lime, cut into wedges
1/2 lime, juiced
2 bay leaves
Salt to taste
Fresh parsley leaves, chopped

Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the green onions and celery. Sauté until tender.

Add the flour into the butter and vegetables little by little, blend it until incorporated. Continue cooking and stirring for about 2 minutes.

Slowly stir in the warmed milk and continue cooking until thickened.

Add the freshly ground black pepper, tomato paste, and heavy cream.

Stir in the crab, shrimp and the sherry. Bring to a simmer.

Serve it hot when you see it has a creamy consistency.

Enjoy!

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Seafood Bisque

Seafood Bisque

8 oz crab meat Panamei
8 oz cooked shrimp Panamei
3 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp chopped green onions
2 Tbsp chopped celery
3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups of milk
1 Tbsp tomato paste
1 cup heavy cream
2 Tbsp sherry wine
Freshly ground black pepper

Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the green onions and celery. Sauté until tender.

Add the flour into the butter and vegetables little by little, blend it until incorporated. Continue cooking and stirring for about 2 minutes.

Slowly stir in the warmed milk and continue cooking until thickened.

Add the freshly ground black pepper, tomato paste, and heavy cream.

Stir in the crab, shrimp and the sherry. Bring to a simmer.

Serve it hot when you see it has a creamy consistency.

Enjoy!

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