Chilled Seafood Delight Martini
Indulge in a refreshing Chilled Seafood Delight Martini that showcases a vibrant medley of flavors. This stunning dish features layers of luscious chopped tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a delightful mix of lump crabmeat, succulent shrimp, and sweet lobster meat, all elegantly presented in a sophisticated martini glass. Topped with a zesty gazpacho-style sauce that combines the richness of clam juice with the kick of horseradish and hot pepper sauce, this seafood masterpiece is perfect for summer gatherings or as an appetizer for a special dinner. Prepare in advance for a stress-free yet impressive dish that will leave your guests craving more.
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Servings
155
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Clam juice
8 ounces (bottle)
Fresh cilantro
1 cup (chopped)
Canned crushed tomatoes in puree
3/4 cup
Unseasoned rice vinegar
1/4 cup
Fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons
Prepared white horseradish
2 teaspoons
Hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon
Garlic clove
1 (pressed)
Plum tomatoes
1 cup (cut into 1/4 inch cubes (about 3 large tomatoes))
Avocado
1 cup (peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/3 inch cubes)
Cooked lump crabmeat
1 1/2 cups (cut into 1/2 inch cubes (5 to 6 oz.))
Cooked peeled deveined medium shrimp
16
Cooked lobster meat
1 1/2 cups (cut into 1/2 inch cubes (5 to 6 oz.))
Lime wedge
as needed (for garnish)
Fresh cilantro sprigs
as needed (for garnish)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Gazpacho Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the clam juice, chopped fresh cilantro, canned crushed tomatoes with puree, rice vinegar, fresh lime juice, horseradish, hot pepper sauce, and pressed garlic. Mix well and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld. This sauce can also be made up to 24 hours ahead and kept refrigerated.
2
To Assemble the Seafood Martini: Start by dividing the chopped plum tomatoes evenly among 4 large martini glasses or deep goblets. Next, add the cubed avocado on top of the tomatoes in each glass.
3
Layer the cooked lump crabmeat evenly across all glasses, ensuring each one has an equal portion. Then, gently pour approximately 1/4 cup of the chilled gazpacho sauce over the crab in each glass to infuse flavor.
4
Following the crab, carefully divide the cooked peeled and deveined medium shrimp and cooked lobster meat among the glasses. Top each serving with any remaining gazpacho sauce.
5
For the finishing touch, garnish each martini with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of seafood and sauce!
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
11.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Chilled Seafood Delight Martini?
It is a sophisticated seafood appetizer featuring layers of chopped tomatoes, avocado, lump crabmeat, shrimp, and lobster meat served in a martini glass with a zesty gazpacho-style sauce.
What types of seafood are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses a combination of cooked lump crabmeat, cooked peeled and deveined medium shrimp, and cooked lobster meat.
What are the main ingredients in the gazpacho sauce?
The sauce consists of clam juice, fresh cilantro, canned crushed tomatoes in puree, rice vinegar, fresh lime juice, horseradish, hot pepper sauce, and garlic.
How long does the gazpacho sauce need to refrigerate?
The sauce should be refrigerated for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld, but it can be made up to 24 hours in advance.
How many calories are in one serving of this seafood martini?
Each serving contains approximately 155 calories.
Is this recipe suitable for a summer gathering?
Yes, it is a refreshing, chilled dish that is perfect for summer parties or as an elegant appetizer for special dinners.
How should the ingredients be layered in the glass?
Layer the ingredients starting with plum tomatoes, then avocado, followed by crabmeat, a portion of sauce, then shrimp and lobster, and finally the remaining sauce.
What should I use to garnish the seafood martini?
Garnish each glass with a fresh lime wedge and a sprig of cilantro for a professional finish.
How much protein is in this dish?
One serving provides approximately 11.25 grams of protein.
What is the fat content of the Chilled Seafood Delight Martini?
The dish contains about 7.5 grams of fat per serving.
Can I make the seafood martini ahead of time?
While the sauce should be made ahead, it is best to assemble the layers and serve immediately to maintain the texture of the avocado and seafood.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people when using large martini glasses or deep goblets.
What type of tomatoes are best for this recipe?
Plum tomatoes (Roma tomatoes) are recommended, cut into 1/4 inch cubes.
How many shrimp are needed for the whole recipe?
You will need 16 cooked, peeled, and deveined medium shrimp.
What is the carbohydrate count for this appetizer?
There are approximately 12.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Is the sauce spicy?
The sauce has a kick due to the inclusion of 2 teaspoons of prepared horseradish and 1 teaspoon of hot pepper sauce.
Can I use bottled lime juice instead of fresh?
Fresh lime juice is recommended for the best flavor profile, though bottled can be used in a pinch.
What kind of vinegar is used in the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of unseasoned rice vinegar.
How much crabmeat and lobster meat is required?
You need 1 1/2 cups (about 5 to 6 oz.) of each: cooked lump crabmeat and cooked lobster meat.
How should the avocado be prepared?
The avocado should be peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/3 inch cubes.
What size should the seafood pieces be?
The crabmeat and lobster meat should be cut into approximately 1/2 inch cubes.
Is there garlic in the recipe?
Yes, one pressed garlic clove is included in the gazpacho-style sauce.
What is the base liquid for the sauce?
The base liquid is 8 ounces of bottled clam juice.
Does the recipe include salt and pepper?
Yes, you should season the gazpacho sauce with salt and pepper to taste during the mixing stage.
Is this a gluten-free recipe?
The primary ingredients are gluten-free, but you should always check the labels on the bottled clam juice and hot pepper sauce to be certain.
Can I substitute the lobster meat?
Yes, if lobster is unavailable, you can increase the amount of shrimp or crabmeat, or use bay scallops.
What is the preparation for the cilantro in the sauce?
The sauce requires 1 cup of fresh cilantro that has been finely chopped.
How much hot pepper sauce is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of hot pepper sauce for the entire batch of sauce.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 15 distinct ingredients used to create this seafood martini.
What type of presentation glass is recommended?
The recipe recommends using 4 large martini glasses or deep goblets for an elegant look.