Lobster with Ginger and Scallions Ingredients: 2 lobsters, each about 11⁄2 pounds (675 grams) peanut or corn oil for deep-frying 3 t...

Harissa mini fish cakes with preserved lemon 1 tbsp olive oil 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1 tbsp coriander seeds, crushed 1 tsp pap...

Grilled sardines 6 bay leaves, coarsely chopped 2 tbsp salt 4 green cardamom pods 2 garlic cloves 2 small dried red chilies 1 tsp gr...

Fisherman’s tuna stew This fish stew, which Basque fisherman call marmitako de bonito, was originally made at sea to provide for a hungry...

Grilled snapper in banana leaves Grilling fish in banana leaves allows the fish to steam in its own moisture. The leaves also give a wond...

Tom yum goong Tamarind gives the right piquant note to this key Thai recipe for hot and sour prawn soup. Ingredients 1 tbsp sunflower o...

Lobster bisque A rich and luxurious shellfish soup. Ingredients 1 lobster, about 21⁄4lb (1kg) in total, cooked 3 tbsp butter 1 onion,...

New England clam chowder Clams must be cooked on the day of purchase, so when you find great clams, make sure you also have all the ingr...

Herring salad with potatoes and beets Oil-rich and packed with omega 3, herrings have a fairly short shelf life, so preserving them is ...

Pad Thai Once you have gathered the ingredients, this dish comes together quickly to create a fast weeknight supper. 12oz (350g) flat r...

Lobster thermidor This irresistibly indulgent seafood dish is thought to be named in honor of the play Thermidor, which opened in 1894 in...

Baked porgy This Spanish dish works well with many whole fish, such as porgy (as shown here), snapper, or trout. 2 porgy, about 21oz (6...

Bouillabaisse Originally nothing more than a humble fisherman’s soup using the remains of the day’s catch, bouillabaisse has evolved into...

Dressed crab A quintessential English classic, perfect for a summer’s day. For the best results, buy the crab live and cook it yourself ....

Seafood ceviche A brief, light pickling of raw fish conserves its freshness and brings out the true flavor. Ingredients 1lb (450g) ve...

Thai crab cakes These make a delicious starter, or transform into a main course with rice noodles. Ingredients 1lb 2oz (500g) white crab...

Oysters with shallot and vinegar dressing European tradition, dating back to the Romans, serves oysters raw on the half shell. Both Pacif...

Moules marinières This classic French recipe mussels in wine, garlic, and herbs translates as “in the fisherman’s style.” Ingredients 4...

Brandade de morue This dish of creamed salt cod is especially popular in the South of France. Ingredients 1lb (450g) salt cod 2 garlic ...

Marinated anchovies This is a traditional Spanish recipe, usually served as a chilled tapas. Ingredients 9oz (250g) fresh anchovies 2 t...