Get ready to dive into the world of seafood and baked potatoes! These two ingredients are a match made in heaven, creating a mouthwatering combination that’s hard to resist. Whether looking for an easy weeknight dinner or an impressive dish to serve at your next dinner party, these seafood baked potato recipes will have you hooked from the first bite. So grab your apron, and let’s get cooking!
One of the easiest and most delicious ways to prepare seafood is by baking it in a potato. There are endless possibilities for toppings for your baked potatoes, but we’ve gathered some favorites here.
Choose Your Toppings:
Scallions: Thinly slice scallions and sprinkle them over the top of your baked potato before baking.
Shredded cheese: This is a great way to add texture, flavor and protein to your dish. Varied types of shredded cheese can be used, including cheddar, blue cheese, pepper jack or mozzarella.
Crushed tomatoes: These can add sweetness and a touch of acidity to your potatoes while providing a healthy dose of lycopene, which is linked with reducing the risk of cancer.
Cilantro: A classic addition to seafood dishes, cilantro adds freshness and a hint of spice. If you don’t have any, parsley will also work well in this recipe.
Sour cream or chives: Both options give extra creaminess and bite to your potatoes while adding additional nutrients such as vitamin K and calcium.
The baking part
Whether you’re looking for a seafood-packed side dish or an easy seafood bake, these seafood baked potato recipes are sure to please. From classic comfort foods like bacon and onion potatoes to unique takes on traditional dishes like salmon and grape tomatoes, there’s something for everyone in these recipes. And if you’re looking for an extra special treat, try one of our favorite seafood baked potato toppings: shrimp!
What about the sauce? How do I make it?
There are many seafood baked potato recipes that you can try. The most common type of seafood is shrimp, but you can also add crab, scallops, or lobster. The key to any seafood baked potato recipe is to ensure the potatoes are cooked, and the sauce is seasoned well. Here are three easy seafood baked potato recipes:
Shrimp Baked Potato Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1½ pounds small new potatoes, scrubbed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice to taste
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
- 4 large shrimp (21/25 ounces), peeled and deveined
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar*
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
Tip: If you don’t have white wine vinegar, substitute with 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar. Tip: If you don’t have light mayonnaise, substitute it with equal amounts of Greek-style yogurt or sour cream.
How do you bake potatoes in a microwave?
Microwaving potatoes is a quick and convenient way to prepare them. Place the potatoes in an airtight container or dish, cover them with water, and microwave on high for 8 to 10 minutes or until soft. Drain any excess water before serving.
Some recipes call for baking the potatoes instead of microwaving them. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) to bake the potatoes. Cut the potatoes into small pieces and spread them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil or use butter if desired. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.