Mariscada Em Molho Verde Ou Vermelho Recipe
Seafood Combination w/ Lobster, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp and Scallops in a Red or Green Sauce
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Red Sauce
Green Sauce
Method
Preparing the Seafood
- 1
Clean the Seafood
Rinse the lobster, mussels, clams, shrimp, and scallops under cold water. Remove any beards from the mussels and clean the clams thoroughly.
- 2
Cook the Lobster
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the lobster for about 8-10 minutes until bright red. Remove and let cool before cracking the shell and setting aside the meat.
- 3
Making the Red Sauce
- 4
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Stir in chopped red bell pepper and diced tomatoes, cooking for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Sprinkle in paprika and chili flakes, then pour in the fish stock. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Making the Green Sauce
- 7
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 8
- 9
Finish the Sauce
Pour in the fish stock and simmer for about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combining Everything
- 10
Combine Seafood and Sauce
In a large serving dish, combine the cooked seafood with either the red or green sauce, gently mixing to coat the seafood evenly.
- 11
Serve
Serve the mariscada warm with crusty bread or rice on the side for a complete meal.
