Discover West Coast Seafood: A recipe series

October 18, 2024

By Jess Davis, WSG Science Communications Fellow

July 5, 2024

By Jess Davis, WSG Science Communications Fellow

What’s an oyster’s favorite band? PEARL JAM! 

In the Pacific Northwest, oysters are in season year-round. Here’s one delicious way to prepare oysters at home: 

Ingredients:

1 stick unsalted butter, softened

¼ cup togarashi spice blend

1 teaspoon lemon zest, plus 3 tablespoons lemon juice

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August 2, 2024

By Jess Davis, WSG Science Communications Fellow

Forget lobster mac and cheese, let’s put a Pacific Northwest spin on it with this Dungeness crab mac and cheese recipe from Alaska Seafood.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb short pasta
• 1 lb local Dungeness Crab
• 2 cups asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces
• ½ cup butter
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September 6, 2024

By Jess Davis, WSG Science Communications Fellow

Summer nights call for quick and light meals. This weekend, try out this simple lemongrass-poached halibut recipe from Alaska Seafood.

Ingredients:

• 1 stem lemongrass, smashed
• 2 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 tbsp grated ginger
• 1 chopped shallot
• 3 cups chicken or veggie stock

September 27, 2024

By Jess Davis, WSG Science Communications Fellow

It is almost National Seafood Month…and as we approach the end of salmon season in October, here is a recipe from Alaska Seafood to spice up your weekly rotation!

Ingredients

• 1 cup short grain rice
• 2 tbsp rice ...

September 8, 2023

By Katalin Plummer, WSG Graduate Science Communications Fellow

This week on our Discover West Coast Seafood series: pair the delicate flavor of black cod with miso, coconut, and fresh parsley in this quick-to-cook recipe. Marinating the fish early really helps lock in the flavor, so don’t forget that step!

A great way to keep your purchases ...

August 25, 2023

By Katalin Plummer, WSG Graduate Science Communications Fellow

Another recipe for our Discover West Coast Seafood series! With the heat this summer, it’s hard to turn on the oven… but it might be worth it for this easy pesto salmon recipe. Besides, the cook time is only 10–12 minutes for fresh, summery flavors. We thank both

July 28, 2023

By Katalin Plummer, WSG Graduate Science Communications Fellow

This week on our Discover West Coast Seafood series, we have a recipe that is sure to entice even a seafood skeptic. San Diego-based executive chef, Andrew Bachelier, developed this Japanese-inspired dish featuring rich Manila clams and mouthwatering smoked pork belly. You can find this recipe and many more ...

We have another #DiscoverWestCoastSeafood recipe for you! This coconut-crusted Alaskan rockfish tacos recipe, courtesy of Alaska Seafood, really celebrates summertime. The crispy panko-crusted rockfish pairs perfectly with an herby slaw and Vietnamese-inspired sweet and sour sauce that you’ll want to put on everything. Happy cooking!

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When it’s as hot out as it is today, the last thing most of us want to do is turn on the stove. This week on our #DiscoverWestCoastSeafood recipe series, you don’t have to! We’re sharing a black cod ceviche recipe, courtesy of Oregon Sea Grant. Read More

May 16, 2023

By Emma Duckworth, WSG Undergraduate Science Communications Fellow

This summer, Washington Sea Grant is developing a Discover West Coast Seafood Recipe Series that will explore ways to cook up some delicious, locally-harvested seafood! These recipes offer simple ways to shop sustainably and support local fisheries, all while tasting new dishes. 

Starting out the series is a ...

October 7, 2022

By Olivia Horwedel, WSG Science Communications Fellow

For the final recipe of the sustainable seafood series of 2022, we will be making savory Japanese custard, also known as chawanmushi, a perfect dish for the cooler fall weather to come. The original recipe was created by Chef Theresa Yoshioka for Oregon Sea ...

September 30, 2022

By Olivia Horwedel, WSG Science Communications Fellow

For this week’s sustainable seafood recipe, we are highlighting herring, a fish that is often underutilized in seafood dishes. These pickled herring bites are influenced by the flavors of Scandinavia that have made their way to Washington. Many Scandinavians came to Washington from Europe for fishing opportunities, taking advantage of ...