Seafood Tower Recipe
Lobster | Chilled Shrimp | Alaskan King Crab Legs | Tuna Poke | Oysters | Clams
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Tuna Poke
Dipping sauces
Method
Preparation of Seafood
- 1
Prepare Lobster Tails
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobster tails and cook for about 8-10 minutes until they are bright red and cooked through. Remove and let cool, then slice down the middle to expose the meat.
- 2
Cook Shrimp
In the same pot of boiling water, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove and place in an ice bath to stop cooking. Peel and devein once cooled.
- 3
Prepare King Crab Legs
If using frozen crab legs, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight. Steam or boil for 5-7 minutes until heated thoroughly. Crack and clean the legs to expose the meat.
- 4
Prepare Oysters and Clams
Shuck the oysters and clams. Keep them on ice in a platter for serving.
Tuna Poke
- 5
Make Tuna Poke
In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Dice the sushi-grade tuna and add it to the mixture. Toss gently to combine, then fold in the diced avocado and sesame seeds.
Assembly and Serving
- 6
Assemble the Seafood Tower
On a large serving platter or tiered stand, arrange the lobster tails, shrimp, king crab legs, tuna poke, oysters, and clams artistically. Serve with cocktail sauce, mignonette sauce, and lemon wedges on the side.
