Valentine’s Day will be here before we know it. It’s time to start considering plans for a special evening with your special someone. One of the most romantic gestures on this love-inspired night is to cook a “fancy” meal for the two of you to enjoy together (perhaps by candlelight with some nice wine?). Or maybe you can choose Valentine’s Day inspired seafood dishes that you cook together and enjoy like my hubby and I like to do!
But, if you are someone who tends to stick to the same ten recipes that you’re comfortable with, cooking a romantic meal for your partner can seem incredibly daunting. Thanks to the wonder of the internet, it doesn’t have to be. Some of the most romantic dishes feature seafood, which is great since we live in a world where healthy eating habits are taking more precedence, and seafood is filled with nutrients (and it tastes amazing). With that in mind, let’s take a look at these 5 sure-to-please Valentine’s Day inspired seafood dishes.
Seafood Paella
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Paella, in a general sense, was created as a dish that features leftovers. Now, there are many variations of this dish that feature all kinds of things. This recipe, offered by themediterraneandish.com, showcases the delightful combination of shrimp and lobster, highlighting the two consistent ingredients: saffron and rice. It is a simple and delicious dish, with the added benefit of lobster nutritional value, making it a delightful and nutritious choice!
Seared Scallops
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Scallops, though slightly finicky to cook, are on the more decadent side of seafood dishes, so if you’re trying to impress your significant other with some skills and good food, this is the way to go. This seared scallop dinner for two features a chipotle cream sauce and cauliflower puree, which add another impressive element to the table. Serve this meal on V-day, and you are bound to impress, just make sure you buy a few extras in case there are some casualties.
Orange-Pecan Salmon
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This one is quick and easy for those in a time crunch (let’s hope you didn’t forget)! Salmon is also a nice option if you are on a budget. This simple salmon recipe features an orange and pecan marinade that will set off fireworks in your mouth. Pair it with a lovely vegetable (like asparagus). In no time you and your hubby are set with a lovely meal. You might even want to keep this in the back of your mind to enjoy other times during the year.
Surf and Turf
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Steak is probably one of the go-to date night meals, and lobster is a bit of a special occasion items. So naturally, pairing the two together can make for a lovely Valentine’s meal. To make it even better, serving it on a bed of linguine is the way to go. Perhaps with a nice white wine on the side. You are sure to set the tone with this lovely steak and lobster dish on your lovely night.
Whether you are a kitchen newbie or a sauté savant, these simple seafood dishes are bound to inspire love. So ditch the teddy bear and box of chocolates. Place your roses in a vase. Impress your honey with a special meal for Valentine’s Day with one of these Valentine’s Day inspired seafood dishes.