Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp, Scallops, and Crab
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Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp, Scallops, and Crab

85 min 8 servings Medium
Seafood lasagna is a delightful twist on the traditional meat lasagna, bringing the fresh flavours of the ocean to your dining table. This dish combines succulent shrimp, tender scallops, and sweet crab meat, all enveloped in a rich and creamy white wine sauce. Layered with tender lasagna noodles, it provides a luxurious experience in every bite. The key to perfect seafood lasagna lies in the balance of flavours and the careful cooking of the seafood. Overcooking can lead to tough textures, so it's important to allow the seafood to finish cooking in the oven, resulting in perfectly tender pieces. The creamy sauce, infused with white wine, complements the seafood beautifully, making this dish a true showstopper.

Instructions

1

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2

Prepare the Cream Sauce

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, cream, and wine. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Pro tip: The sauce should coat the back of a spoon.

3

Cook the Seafood

In a skillet over medium heat, cook shrimp and scallops until just opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Use a food thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the shrimp and scallops reaches 145°F / 63°C, probing the thickest part of the seafood. Remove from heat and set aside.

Pro tip: Seafood will continue cooking in the oven.

4

Layer the Lasagna

Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish. Layer with noodles, seafood, sauce, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Repeat layers, ending with cheese on top.

5

Bake the Lasagna

Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.

Pro tip: Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

6

Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle chopped parsley over the lasagna before serving.

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Tips & Tricks

  • Use fresh seafood for best flavour.
  • Thicken sauce to coat the back of a spoon.
  • Finish cooking seafood in the oven to avoid toughness.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make seafood lasagna?

Seafood lasagna is made by layering cooked shrimp, scallops, and crab with a creamy white wine sauce and lasagna noodles, then baking until bubbly.

What is the best way to cook shrimp and scallops for lasagna?

Cook shrimp and scallops over medium heat until just opaque, about 2 minutes per side, then let them finish cooking in the oven.

How long should seafood lasagna bake?

Seafood lasagna should bake for 35 minutes at 180°C (350°F).

What temperature should I bake seafood lasagna?

Bake seafood lasagna at 180°C (350°F).

Can seafood lasagna be made ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble it a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this seafood lasagna with a crisp green salad and a glass of chilled white wine to enhance the flavours. It's also a great dish to prepare ahead. Simply assemble, cover, and refrigerate for up to a day before baking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently in the oven to maintain the creamy texture of the sauce.

Nutrition per serving

480

Calories

30g

Protein

22g

Fat

40g

Carbs