Bobby Flay Broiled Fisherman’s Platter Recipe
This Bobby Flay Broiled Fisherman’s Platter Recipe is crispy, juicy and full of seafood flavor. It is a restaurant-style dish you can easily make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 fish fillets cod, haddock, or tilapia
- 200 g shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Prepare the seafood
- Clean fish and shrimp properly. Pat dry with paper towels. This helps seasoning stick and improves broiling results.
Season the fish
- Sprinkle salt, pepper and paprika over fish fillets. Rub gently so spices coat evenly on all sides.
Season the shrimp
- In a bowl, mix shrimp with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
Preheat the broiler
- Turn oven to broil setting. Place rack near top heat for quick cooking and crispy finish.
Prepare baking tray
- Line tray with foil. Lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent seafood from sticking.
Arrange seafood
- Place fish fillets and shrimp on tray. Keep space between pieces for even cooking and heat flow.
Broil the platter
- Cook under broiler for 10–15 minutes. Watch closely until fish flakes and shrimp turns pink and juicy.
Finish and serve
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges for fresh flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh seafood for best taste and texture.
- Do not overcook shrimp, or they become rubbery.
- Add breadcrumbs for a crispy topping.
- Use cod or halibut for thicker fillets.
- Add scallops for a luxury seafood platter.
- Broil on high heat only for fast cooking.
- Serve immediately for best texture.