Seafood: The Way to a Mother’s Heart
Seafood: The Way to a Mother’s Heart
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, many sons and daughters wonder what to give their mother on her special day. It can be especially tough for those who have already done the traditional flowers, candy and jewelry. So, this year, give most mothers what they really want, a meal lovingly cooked by someone else—you—which makes seafood the perfect gift.
We all know how much better sandwiches taste when someone else makes them. In the same way, a meal cooked for—instead of by—your mother will win her heart this Mother’s Day. Those who know their way around the kitchen already realize the many benefits of seafood serving dishes. Yet some would-be chefs who seldom cook are put off by the thought of producing a mother-worthy meal, especially if their mothers are fabulous cooks. The good news is quality frozen seafood virtually guarantees success for cooks at all levels thanks to the attributes below that any mother will love.
Dress the part. Few, if any, foods add elegance to plates—whether a buffet brunch, lunch, or sit-down dinner—better than seafood. From the round curves of lightly dusted calamari to the pink glow of succulent steamed shrimp to the lemon slices atop the pre-portioned grilled fish like branzino, seafood is made to impress.
Casual can be the perfect approach. Many moms would find a burger, fries and a casual get-together just the thing for a Mother’s Day shout out. Consider deploying the delicious twist of a premium shrimp burger and calamari fries – both healthy and delicious alternatives to the usual humdrum burger and fries combo. You’ll delight her tastebuds and add a special element to an already special day.
Time is on your side. On Mother’s Day, moms don’t want to spend all day in front of a hot stove—and they don’t want their sons and daughters to either. The idea is to spend time together. Seafood is easy to prepare and cook in minutes—not hours. Some types, like calamari and shrimp, can go from freezer to plate in 90 seconds or less!
Some like it hot—or cold. In many parts of the country, May can be finicky weather-wise. Frozen seafood’s versatility allows the menu to switch at a moment’s notice—from the cooling shrimp cocktail or calamari salad to the warmth of shrimp linguine or fish stew.
To each their own. Whether your mom favors American, Indian, Mexican, Korean, Italian, or any other culture’s flavor, seafood is a perfect fit. Its subtle flavor makes it delicious flying solo yet strong enough to be bathed in sauce without being overwhelmed. Meanwhile, its firmness holds up to every cooking method, from grill to broiler to sauté pan.
Best interests at heart. Seafood tells mom you care about her and not just on Mother’s Day. Packed with protein, Omega-3, and other vitamins and minerals, few foods can compare to seafood’s nutrition. And all this goodness weighs in with a low-calorie count that allows mom to enjoy her day guilt-free.
More than one fish in the sea. Seafood is easily mixed and matched for tasty culinary experiences without a lot of expense. For example, grilled branzino topped with shrimp or calamari makes a delicious pairing with little effort. Or, a quality a pre-mixed seafood medley delivers a bevy of complementary flavors with the opening of a single package.
Waste not, want not. One thing most mothers don’t like is waste. With top-quality frozen seafood, you get fresh fish’s taste and texture without throwing out the remainder. Simply take out what you need and save the rest. And think about it. How fresh is “fresh” seafood when it often sits on ships for hours after being caught, is sometimes transported hundreds of miles, and is placed on trucks for final delivery compared with flash-frozen seafood? Frozen seafood can give you the option of keeping or serving seafood at the height of its freshness.
So, this Mother’s Day, consider a special acknowledgement of delicious seafood served by you to that special woman in your life. It’s the healthier, tastier choice that she won’t forget.