Seafood Tower Recipe
A stunning seafood tower featuring fresh oysters, shrimp, lobster, and crab, served on a multi-tiered stand with zesty sauces. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious dinner at home.
Equipment
- 1 Multi-tiered stand (stainless steel or acrylic)
- 1 Seafood crackers and forks
- 1 Large pot (for boiling shrimp and lobster)
- 1 Knife and cutting board (for slicing fish and garnishes)
- 1 Small bowls (for sauces)
Ingredients
Seafood
- Oysters: 6-12 shucked, on the half-shell
- Clams: 6-12 cleaned
- Mussels: 12-18 debearded
- Shrimp: 12-16 large, cooked and chilled
- Lobster: 1-2 cooked, split into claws and tails
- Crab: 4-6 legs king crab or snow crab
- Scallops: 8-12 dry-packed, seared or raw
- Sashimi-Grade Tuna: 4-6 ounces sliced thinly
- Salmon: 4-6 ounces sliced thinly
Sauces & Dips
- Cocktail Sauce: 1 cup ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, hot sauce
- Mignonette: ½ cup red wine vinegar, minced shallots, cracked black pepper
- Aioli: ½ cup mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice
- Citrus Herb Dressing: ½ cup olive oil, lemon zest, fresh herbs
Garnishes
- Lemon Wedges: 2-3 lemons
- Seaweed: Small handful soaked and drained
- Fresh Herbs: Parsley dill, or chives (a few sprigs)
Other
- Crushed Ice: Enough to fill the base of your tower
Instructions
Prepare the Seafood:
- Clean and shuck oysters and clams. Debeard mussels.
- Boil shrimp for 2-3 minutes, lobster for 8-10 minutes, and crab legs for 5-7 minutes. Chill immediately.
- Slice sashimi-grade tuna and salmon thinly.
Prepare Sauces:
- Mix cocktail sauce, mignonette, aioli, and citrus herb dressing in separate bowls.
Assemble the Tower:
- Fill the base of your multi-tiered stand with crushed ice.
- Bottom Tier: Arrange lobster claws, crab legs, and shrimp.
- Middle Tier: Add oysters, clams, and mussels.
- Top Tier: Place scallops, sashimi slices, and langoustines.
- Garnish with lemon wedges, seaweed, and fresh herbs.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Place the tower in the center of the table.
- Serve with sauces, seafood forks, and crackers.
- Pair with Champagne or crisp white wine.
Notes
- Sustainability Tip: Choose seafood with MSC or ASC certifications.
- Customization: Add regional or seasonal ingredients for a personal touch.
- Storage: Consume immediately for the best flavor and texture.