Shellfish

This gentle take on Korean soondubu jjigae will soothe adults and little ones alike.

Store-bought picked crab meat and slaw mix make these celebratory sandwiches a breeze to prepare—just don’t skimp on the Old Bay mayo.

One jar of kimchi does a lot in this saucy, one-pan dinner. The chopped kimchi adds texture and tang while the brine from the jar bulks out the pan sauce.

Juicy Sungold tomatoes add a pop of acidity to these saucy noodles and fresh clams. Don’t be shy with the basil—it makes the dish taste like summer in a bowl.

How do you make fried shrimp better? By adding giardiniera to the mix. Here the duo gets coated in a vodka-spiked batter to create a remarkably crisp exterior.

The classic Korean pancake, threaded with seafood and lots of scallions, has crispy edges and a kicky dipping sauce, making it a perfect drinking snack.

Crisped tinned octopus, briny capers, and a lot of white wine.

This Cajun shrimp fried rice is a quick and easy delight, packed with vibrant vegetables including a blend of bell pepper, onion, and garlic.

Jarred roasted red peppers take the place of traditional canned tomato for a smokier, sweeter riff on fra diavolo—a red sauce stalwart.

All markers of good paella—saffron, sausage, shrimp, crispy rice on the bottom—with the time-saving advantages of fried rice.

Citrus and fennel play very nicely together, particularly with seared scallops and mini, al dente pasta.

Need proof that salty cured pork and delicate shellfish are a match made in heaven? This vibrant and cozy 20-minute, one-skillet weeknight dinner.

Store-bought Jamaican jerk seasoning paste serves as a marinade for juicy grilled shrimp in this simple summer dinner with minimal prep time.

Delicate scallops need only a brief marinade before a short stint on the grill, meaning you can have this summery slam dunk on the table in 35 minutes.

This kicky, herby sauce comes together entirely in the blender. You’ll want to sop up every last drop with grilled bread.

Gently poached shrimp are the star in this quick and simple warm weather favorite. Lean on frozen shrimp for an even faster prep.

Smothered in a red curry and coconut milk sauce, these noodles are crispy-meets-soggy at its best.

A savory medley wrapped up in fresh and delicate Vietnamese rice rolls.

A fully-loaded, deluxe version featuring smoked ham, chicken, and shrimp.

An Italian American favorite gets an Asian spin with chubby udon noodles and a dab of assertive Korean doenjang in the garlicky soy-butter sauce.