Ultimate Seafood Feast Platter

Introduction

When you want to impress a crowd or treat your family to something indulgent, nothing beats the Ultimate Seafood Feast Platter. Featuring a generous spread of garlic butter snow crab legs, succulent shrimp, creamy shrimp pasta, baked garlic rolls, stuffed seafood pastries, and a rich seafood broth, this platter brings restaurant-style luxury straight to your table.

Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or any celebration where seafood lovers gather, this all-in-one meal is bursting with bold flavors and comforting textures.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Everything homemade, from sauce to pastry
• Balanced combination of creamy, crispy, buttery, and savory elements
• Great for family dinners, date nights, or festive gatherings
• Easily scalable for larger groups
• Includes a variety of techniques—boiling, baking, sautéing, and simmering

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Ingredients

Snow Crab Legs

• 2 lbs snow crab legs
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Fresh parsley and lemon wedges, for garnish

Garlic Butter Shrimp

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Shrimp Pasta

• 8 oz linguine or fettuccine
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan
• ½ cup reserved pasta water
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Garlic Bread Rolls

• 4 brioche or dinner rolls
• 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• ¼ tsp salt

Stuffed Seafood Pastry

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• ½ cup cooked crab meat or shrimp
• ¼ cup cream cheese
• 1 tbsp chopped green onions
• ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 egg, for egg wash

Seafood Broth

• 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• ½ tsp black pepper

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Timing

• Prep Time: 45 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 90 minutes
• Servings: 4–6
• Calories: Varies by portion (~650–850 kcal per person)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Crab Legs

• Bring water to a boil, add crab legs, and cook for 5 minutes. Drain.
• In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, Old Bay, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
• Drizzle over crab legs. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

2. Cook the Garlic Butter Shrimp

• Heat butter and olive oil in a pan. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
• Add shrimp, Old Bay, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes.
• Squeeze lemon juice and top with parsley.

3. Make the Shrimp Pasta

• Cook pasta; reserve ½ cup water.
• In a skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add shrimp, Old Bay, and red pepper flakes.
• Stir in cream, Parmesan, and pasta water. Toss pasta until creamy and coated. Season and garnish.

4. Bake the Garlic Bread Rolls

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Mix butter, garlic, parsley, and salt. Brush onto rolls.
• Bake for 10 minutes until golden.

5. Make the Stuffed Pastries

• Roll out puff pastry, cut into squares.
• Mix crab/shrimp, cream cheese, green onions, and Old Bay.
• Add filling to each square, fold, seal, and brush with egg wash.
• Bake for 15 minutes at 375°F, or until golden.

6. Prepare the Broth

• In a saucepan, melt butter, add garlic, and cook 1 minute.
• Add broth, Old Bay, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.

7. Assemble and Serve

• On a large serving tray or board, arrange:
  • Crab legs
  • Garlic shrimp
  • Creamy shrimp pasta
  • Garlic bread rolls
  • Seafood stuffed pastries
  • A bowl of seafood broth
• Serve immediately with fresh herbs, lemon wedges, and optional dipping butter.

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Tips for Success

• Use high-quality seafood for best flavor and texture.
• If short on time, make the pasta and pastries a few hours ahead.
• Keep crab legs and shrimp warm in foil while assembling.
• Serve broth in individual bowls or ramekins for dipping or sipping.

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Suggested Pairings

• Crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
• Sparkling water with lemon or cucumber
• A light citrus salad as a side
• Finish the meal with These Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites or No-Bake Monster Cookie Energy Balls

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• This Blueberry Lemonade
• This Dorito Casserole
• These Sheet Pan Quesadillas
• These Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

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Final Thoughts

The Ultimate Seafood Feast Platter isn’t just a meal—it’s a statement. It’s about gathering, sharing, and enjoying a variety of bold seafood dishes with family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a holiday or craving a special weekend dinner, this platter delivers elegance, variety, and unforgettable flavor.

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