Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOyster HouseSeafood Tower Recipe

Seafood Tower Recipe

Inspired by Oyster House
Time1h
Serves4

featuring: oysters, clams, chilled lobster, shrimp cocktail, mussels escabeche, smoked fish dip, scallop crudo

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Clams

Chilled Lobster

Mussels Escabeche

Smoked Fish Dip

Method

Oysters

  1. 1

    Prepare Oysters

    Rinse the fresh oysters under cold water to remove any sand and debris. Shuck the oysters using an oyster knife and place them on a bed of ice. Serve with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce on the side.

Clams

  1. 2

    Prepare Clams

    Rinse the fresh clams thoroughly. In a pot, sauté minced garlic in a bit of olive oil until fragrant. Add the clams and a splash of water, cover, and cook until the clams open. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Chilled Lobster

  1. 3

    Prepare Chilled Lobster

    Remove the cooked lobster tails from their shells and place them on a serving platter. Drizzle melted butter over the lobster tails and sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning.

Shrimp Cocktail

  1. 4

    Prepare Shrimp Cocktail

    Boil the shrimp in salted water for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Drain and chill in ice water. Serve on a platter with cocktail sauce.

Mussels Escabeche

  1. 5

    Prepare Mussels Escabeche

    In a pot, combine white wine, olive oil, sliced red onion, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer. Add the fresh mussels and cover until they open. Chill the mussels in the marinade before serving.

Smoked Fish Dip

  1. 6

    Prepare Smoked Fish Dip

    In a mixing bowl, combine smoked fish, cream cheese, chopped dill, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy. Serve with crackers or toasted bread.

Scallop Crudo

  1. 7

    Prepare Scallop Crudo

    Arrange the thinly sliced scallops on a plate. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and sprinkle with sea salt. Garnish with microgreens before serving.

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