Seafood dish

If you love seafood, you'll adore these plump, juicy prawns and scallops stir-fried with chilli jam and served on a bed of steamed rice.

This fragrant broth does take some preparation time, but it is well worth the effort. It is an absolutely flawless soup dish.

Soft shell crab is a real delicacy, and works equally well as a starter, a main or as part of an Asian-style banquet.

The same weight of prawns can be used instead of lobster. You will need about six witlof for this recipe. Note

Plump, juicy and fragrant with sesame oil, these sea scallops make a delightful starter for a special dinner.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Did you know? A weekly intake of 2-3 fish meals is recommended to ensure that essential omega-3 fats are sufficient in the diet. The average intake for 12-18 year olds is around 200mg of omega-3 per day, which is less than half recommended levels. Fish is a terrific source of nutrition for growing bodies, and […]

We used swordfish, but you can use tuna steaks or cutlets. Note

Wrapping the fish in banana leaves guarantees a beautifully moist and tender result. Plus, it looks impressive while saving on the washing up!

If you don't have aioli to hand when you're making this prosciutto-wrapped prawns with bean salad recipe, you can add a teaspoon of crushed garlic to good quality mayonnaise to make your own.

Creamy, spicy and nutty, this Thai-style sauce is a fabulous way to dress up firm, white fish.

With hints of lemongrass, ginger and lime leaf, these steamed salmon parcels will wow your tastebuds.

Sometimes the simplest recipes are truly the best, you'll delight your guests when you serve up these salmon fillets with green curry on a bed of steamed rice.

We used blue-eye trevalla in this recipe, but you can use any white fish fillets. Note

Sweet and fiery, these plump scallops make an excellent starter for an Asian-themed dinner.

You can use brown sugar instead of the palm sugar. Green tea soba noodles are flavoured with powdered green tea and are available from Asian food stores and in the Asian food section of most large supermarkets. Use plain dried soba noodles, if you like. Note

This light, fragrant dish is simply delicious sprinkled with micro cress and served with a loaf of warm crusty bread.

Also known as needlefish, thanks to their long jaw, and with their unusual green bones, garfish are not the prettiest of the sea's offerings, but they are delicious.

If you love prawns, you'll love this incredibly zesty prawn salad with a mint and lemon dressing.

Brown rice adds bit and basil adds flavour to this delicious prawn risotto.

Spicy barbecued squid and cooling cucumber make a mouth-watering pair in this easy salad.

Adjust the spice in this dish to suit your taste; we think the spicier the better! Team with a steaming bowl of rice and some bok choy for a complete meal that everyone will love.

Fried shallot (homm jiew) and fried garlic (kratiem jiew) are used as condiments on the table or sprinkled over cooked dishes. Both can be purchased canned or in cellophane bags at Asian grocery stores; once opened, leftovers will keep for months if tightly sealed. Make your own by slicing shallots or garlic thinly and shallow-frying […]

When fish is steamed in this way it is beautifully moist and tender and falls off the bone. The banana leaves create a touch of authenticity, while hot and sour Asian flavours complete this traditional dish.

This incredibly tasty dip goes well with crusty bread and crackers. Serve sprinkled with extra finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, if you like.

Crispy and spicy, lime and coconut prawns make a great share platter for parties or a starter for a dinner party.

We used blue-eye (trevalla) fillets in this recipe, but you can use any white fish fillets you like. You can substitute a curry paste of your choice for the vindaloo.

The delicious, spicy pan juices from the prawns add a huge dash of flavour to this simple spicy prawn linguine. Perfect for dinner on a warm evening when you just need something light and tasty.

Beans, tomato and red onion make the perfect bed for these tender, flaky fish fillets dressed with a cajun spice rub.

Warm, fragrant and delicious, this potato, prawn and scallop salad makes a great starter or lunch.

Traditional Italian vongole and chorizo linguine from Australian Women's Weekly.

The tortilla strips can be prepared a day ahead; cool and store in an airtight container. Note

Fresh salmon is delightful and best served simply, such as in this lovely dish with steamed beans, peas and minted buttermilk dressing.

This stunning salmon dish is perfect for a special occasion such as Christmas.

Trout is such a delicious fish that the secret is to do not much more than cook it well. Here, we've complimented it with a simple lemon and thyme butter and served it with some baby leeks. A perfect dinner for two.

Simplicity is best when it comes to fresh seafood, and fresh is best to match with the sharp, fragrant flavours in this Asian inspired dish.

Delicate flaked almonds and piquant anchovies add great flavour to these juicy trout fillets.

If you want to reduce the intensity of the chillies, remove their seeds and membranes before roasting. You can use chopped prawns or diced scallops instead of the crab meat if you like. You will need 3 limes for this recipe. Avocados are grown year round in Australia with varieties peaking at different times. One […]

Kingfish fillets work well with this dish as it has a robust flavour that stands up well to the pesto. Served here with spinach, you have a healthy, low carb evening meal.

With spicy roast potatoes and a zingy tomato and capsicum salsa, this light fish dish makes a delicious, healthy dinner.

If limes are too expensive you can use lemons instead. Any firm white fish is good for this recipe. Note

Sweet and spicy, these stir-fried prawns on a pineapple and chilli salad make a stunning starter or lovely light lunch.

Fast and fresh is what most of us are looking for in a mid-week dinner, this prawn spaghettini recipe is fast, fresh, tasty and healthy. Winner.

You can also make this salad with leftover barbecued chicken. Note

This spectacular dish is surprisingly simple, it's a great dish to serve up for a night of relaxed entertaining.

Some mussels may not open during cooking. You do not have to discard these; just cook a little longer, or carefully prise the shell open with a knife. Note

This is such a useful little recipe, you can serve these crispy spiced fish pieces as a starter, main or as finger food to pass around at a party.

Thai chilli jam is a good condiment dolloped onto grilled meat, chicken or fish, and is also just as great when used as a curry paste or stir-fry sauce. A combination of garlic, shallots, chilli, tomato paste, fish sauce, galangal, spices and shrimp paste, it is sold under various names and can be found in […]

This zesty crumbed fish is packed with flavor and crunch. Perfect for a simple dinner with family or friends.

Purchase frozen fresh prawn cutlets, not crumbed prawn cutlets; they come in 1kg (2-pound) `ready-to-cook’ packets. If you can’t find them, use frozen uncooked prawns, instead. Note

The rich flavour of fresh prawns stand up well to the robustness of a red curry. Serve with a steaming bowl of rice and an icy-cold beer and pretend you're on the beaches of Thailand.

Marinated in Japanese flavours, this deep-fried snapper is crisp on the outside and flaky on the inside.

Tuna is best cooked rare as it tends to dry out when overcooked. You could also use salmon or swordfish for this recipe. Note

This easy, delicious meal is a fabulous way to enjoy fish.

Here is a classic Asian dish that works every time; steaming will give you a soft, moist and tender flesh that slides right off the bone. Go heavy or light on the chilli, depending on your personal heat threshold.

The flavour of fresh coriander and its seeds dominate this dish. You need to soak eight bamboo skewers in water for at least an hour before using to prevent them splintering and scorching. Note

Forget about foil, baking a whole snapper in a salt crust will keep it moist and impart great flavour to the flesh, not to mention look enormously impressive when served.

The lobster meat in the tail is the sweetest and most delicately flavoured. Enjoy this decadent salad.

Spicy American-style crab and prawn cakes, served with ribbon salad and a spicy tomato remoulade, make a great cocktail food platter.

This fragrant, nutritious meal is a beautiful way to enjoy fresh fish.

Verjuice dressing strikes the perfect savoury note to lift this seared tuna on potatoes, eggs and vegetables out of the realm of the ordinary. A deconstructed salad nicoise that makes the perfect lunch to serve friends on the weekend.

Balmain or moreton bay bug tails may be substituted with prawns, lobster, scampi or crab.

Rinsing and drying the shells will remove the natural salty oyster juices. You may wish to keep them as this is what gives oysters their distinct taste. Simply scrape between the oyster and the shell with a small knife, which loosens the oyster and makes it easier to eat. Note

We used ling fillets in this recipe, but you can use your favourite white fish fillet. You need to soak eight bamboo skewers in cold water for at least an hour to prevent them from scorching during cooking. Serve the skewers with lime wedges, if you like. Note

Deeply savoury and rich with tomato and Mediterranean vegetables, this simple baked fish dish makes and excellent shared lunch or dinner.

This delicious sushi salad not only looks beautiful, it also allows you to enjoy the freshness and taste of sushi without the bother involved in assembling this traditional Japanese delicacy.

Serve with lemon wedges. Note

There's nothing yummier than wiping up the last juices from garlic and chilli prawn with a slice of fresh, crusty bread.

Singapore chilli crab is this island nation's unofficial national dish and, like Singapore itself, is an amalgam of the best of its Malaysian, Indian and Chinese past.

Dill yoghurt dressing is the perfect accompaniment to this delicate poached trout.

Just a little lime and chilli will finish off this perfectly roasted snapper. Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad, depending on your preference.

There are many versions of hot and sour soup throughout Asia. The common factor, of course, is that they all have ingredients to make them both spicy, and sour. This one also has seafood and noodles and is a complete and delicious meal.

Use the best fish stock you can get for this recipe as the flavour relies on a good stock. Note

Balmain bugs, otherwise known as butterfly fan lobster, was used in this recipe, but you could also use the same weight of scampi or uncooked large king prawns.

Use your fingers to dig in to these lip-smacking, spicy barbecued prawns.