Whether you’re looking for a total seafood Thanksgiving, Seafood Christmas Dinner, or seafood recipes for New Year’s, you’re in luck!

And, what better way to start your holiday season than by looking forward to these seafood dishes to share with your loved ones!


If you’re anything like me, you immediately turn when you hear the word “seafood”. So, if someone happened to be serving a cozy Christmas Fish Dinner, I may show up to that house over a Christmas ham to be honest (sorry!).

But, I will settle for seafood appetizers – that I will happily bring! So, I’m sharing my favorite seafood main dish ideas, appetizers and side dishes that you can also enjoy with your family throughout this holiday season.

The appetizers are perfect for enjoying during a game or movie! But, if you’re looking for a complete overhaul, keep a close eye on the #1 on my list. It’s my absolute favorite way to host!

croissant-seafood-stuffing-recipe-with-smoked-oysters

Though there are very few things that are cozier than a thanksgiving table filled with nostalgic comfort food, having a dish or two be new is so fun. Having the traditional comfort food, and the “surprise me” dishes…. truly is the best of both worlds!

And, what better way to introduce new dishes than these seafood Thanksgiving recipes or a Seafood Christmas Dinner provided by The Perfect Tide, living and breathing fresh Seafood on a regular basis. And, if you celebrate the Feast of Seven Fishes (an Italian-American Christmas eve celebration including 7 seafood) then you’ll definitely want to snag these Thanksgiving and Christmas mouthwatering seafood recipes!

1. SEAFOOD BOIL

Seafood boil on table, crab, prawns, clams, mussels, corn, potatoes

Want to completely uphaul and simplify your holidays, but also serve a memorable meal? Make a seafood boil for a total Seafood Thanksgiving! Or Christmas! Or The New Year!

It’s easy to make it happen with our full-service recipe below. You will have all the information you need, from how to set the table, what equipment you’ll need and how to cook a seafood boil.

The idea would be that each guest brings an ingredient or two to contribute to this lavish, yet easy meal for a total seafood Thanksgiving like they’ve never seen before. This is a practice we’ve adopted a few times with my lady’s group for various events, and they’re loving it every time!

Seafood Boil
This recipe for Seafood Boil knocks it out of the park in every department!
WIth Dungeness Crab (or crab of choice), Jumbo Prawns, Mussels, Steamer Clams, Sausage, Corn on the Cob and Red Potatoes!
Bring on the memories!
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Seafood boil recipe on a table

2. SEAFOOD CROISSANT STUFFING

Seafood Croissant Stuffing is a must-try seafood Thanksgiving dish! It’s packed with great flavor from high-quality Smoked Oysters, and fresh herbs. And, super moist from the cream, butter, and the extra flaky, buttery croissants.

In every bite you get a lusciously buttery croissant, smoked oysters, onion, celery and fresh herbs. Just yum!

So, make sure there’s room on your Thanksgiving table for this Seafood Stuffing this year!

Easy Croissant Seafood Stuffing (with smoked oysters)
Easy Seafood Croissant Stuffing with Smoked Oysters!
Turns out extra buttery, flaky, and smoky.
Try this seafood dish as a side for Thanksgiving or use it to stuff with fish.
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croissant-seafood-stuffing-recipe-with-smoked-oysters

3. ROSEMARY PARMESAN-CRUSTED FISH

Rosemary Pam Crusted Fish

Christmas or thanksgiving fish recipes never got easier or tastier than this Rosemary Parmesan-Crusted Fish. With parmesan and rosemary to bring out amazing flavors of the already delicious fish and panko for that satisfactory crunch, it makes it the perfect comfort fish recipe for the holidays.

Don’t sleep on this Thanksgiving, or Christmas fish!

Rosemary Parmesan Crusted Fish
This Rosemary Parmesan Crusted Fish is bursting with flavor and the crust is absolutely addicting! This fish recipe comes together in less than 20 minutes.
Gather simple ingredients such white fish of your choice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, rosemary, parmesan, and panko and make this simple and addicting recipe!
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Fish crusted with parmesan rosemary recipe, crusted fish with sliced lemons rosemary on a baking sheet

4. STOUT STEAMED MUSSELS

stout steamed mussels in pan with mushrooms

Beer steamed mussels anyone? Make this dish to impress your guests with one of the most unique Seafood Recipes For The Holidays!

This dish can be served as a seafood appetizer, side dish, or main dish. You can double or triple the recipe to adjust it to fit your needs.

And, don’t forget to enjoy it with a glass of Stout!

Stout Steamed Mussels
This Mussels with beer recipe is dark, smooth and buttery. Every bite is a dream bite!
Made with fresh mussels, stout beer, mushrooms, butter, garlic and sage.
We hope it's going to become one of the best mussel recipes you've ever had.
Check out this recipe
stout beer steamed mussels with mushrooms in a pan with fresh sage and a glass of stout beer on butcher block

5. BACON WRAPPED STUFFED FISH

bacon wrapped boursin stuffed fish recipe with parsley garnish on white plate with blue background

Equally important to Rosemary Parmesan Crusted Fish is this incredibly easy Christmas Fish!

This is great extra kick of protein on your holiday table for all who love a good Surf n’ Turf dish.

Not to mention, it’s a very simple 3 ingredient recipe that requires only Bacon, Boursin and your thin fish fillet of choice. I like to use Halibut, Flounder or Lingcod.

BACON BOURSIN FISH
Bacon Boursin Fish is stuffed with a baked stuffed fish recipe that's wrapped in the best crust as we know it; BACON!
This is one of the easiest and tastiest white fish recipes. Requiring only 3 ingredients!
Make this impressive Surf n' Turf recipe, that's a delicious one-dish wonder!
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bacon wrapped boursin stuffed fish recipe with parsley garnish on white plate with blue background

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6. CRAB RANGOON

Crab Rangoon on cooling rack with green onion, lemon on butcher block

Next, is this creamy filled crunchy Crab Rangoon recipe hits all the spots and fits right into other comfort food. So, look no more than this creamy and crunchy seafood appetizer for your holiday!

These Crab Rangoons can be made in the Air fryer for a healthier option or deep-fried for a traditional dish! One thing is for sure, you will definitely taste the crab in this recipe. We have it loaded with fresh Dungeness crab in every bite!

Crispy Air Fryer Cream Cheese Crab Rangoon
This Air Fryer Crab Rangoon recipe is a must-try crispy, crunchy crab-filled appetizer!
The Air Fryer provides a healthier alternative to this beloved appetizer, and they're easy to make. So, grab wontons, crab meat, and cream cheese and let's get to it!
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7. CRAB PIZZA

crab pizza whole

If your family is big into playing games and gathering for a long period of time, then whipping up a seafood pizza just might be your best bet for an easy meal while you’re having fun.

This is an easy seafood pizza to make for a crowd this holiday season! Make it using a homemade cream sauce, fresh Dungeness crab or crab of your choice, and herbs to bring this seafood dish alive.

You can easily whip this up in advance and place in your freezer until you’re ready to bake. Scoot over pepperoni pizza, and hello crab pizza!

Creamy Crab Pizza
This Creamy Crab Pizza recipe is seafood indulgence at it's best! Made with white sauce, sprinkled with mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, green onion, garlic, and herbs.
This seafood pizza serves as a perfect sharing appetizer ready for a party, or a dinner for 2 for any seafood lover!
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crab pizza recipe cut into slices

8. EASY CRAB BOIL (the easiest Seafood Thanksgiving!)

cooked crab

Alright, here me out here. If you have a holiday that lasts days, or not a big fan of the traditional holiday menu, then this super easy Crab Boil is a must for a total Seafood Thanksgiving, or a Seafood Christmas Dinner.

Not ready to host a large seafood boil, yet still want to feed a large crowd with a one-pot wonder? This super Easy Crab Boil will be your best bet!

Cajun Crab Boil
Cajun Crab Boil is a crowd-pleaser for a large crowd or a date night for two.
With whole Dungeness crab, Lit'l smokies, corn, and red potatoes – the boil comes together in just 40 minutes!
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9. RAZOR CLAM CEVICHE

razor clams in ceviche in white bowl with lemon and lime

PNW friends, this one’s for you! If you’re on the West Coast, one of my absolute favorite go-to healthy appetizers to pair with a heavy dinner is this Razor Clam Ceviche. This recipe along with number 9, are my one of my favorite Pacific Northwest Recipes for a crowd.

It’s light, flavorful and with a Mediterranean and Pacific Coast twist to the average ceviche. It’s perfect served with pita chips for a seafood appetizer for Thanksgiving, Christmas or The New Years!

The Best Razor Clam Ceviche
It's beyond time for a fresh and healthy Pacific Razor Clam recipe!
Blending some of my Mediterranean roots into the Pacific coast roots we are growing, comes this mouth-watering Razor Clam Ceviche recipe. With lemon, lime, and other fresh ingredients to create a custom healthy Mediterranean spin on our beloved clams.
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razor clams in ceviche in white bowl with lemon and lime

10. CLAM POPPERS

Razor clam Jalapeno Poppers

Poppers, anyone? A seafood twist on a crowd favorite appetizer. This Clam Jalapeno Poppers recipe is always devoured, leaving no crumb behind!

Not to mention, how great of an appetizer it is to share while you’re enjoying games, a movie or chatting with your loved ones this holiday season. It’s another Surf n’ Turf favorite and definitely an appetizer to share to have a twist on the traditional dishes for a Seafood Thanksgiving or Christmas.

The Best Jalapeno Poppers with Razor Clams
A crowd favorite clam-stuffed jalapeno popper recipe. Once you try it, this will be one of your go to razor clam recipes.
Made with jalapenos, bacon, razor clams, cream cheese, cheese, green onion, and spices.
It knocks it out of the park every time for out of town guests to get a taste local Pacific Northwest appetizer recipes.
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11. BAKED MUSSELS WITH CHIMICHURRI

cooked mussels aligned fancy on root veggies with chimichurri sauce

Last but definitely not least, this cozy Baked Mussels with Root Veggies recipe is every bit warm, flavorful and easy to make!

And, all that’s needed is, food processor for the Chimi, and 2 sheet pans – one for the root vegetables and the other for the mussels. It’s best served with our homemade Mediterranean-style Chimichurri!

Aside from a Christmas Fish, this Mussels dish is worthy of a spot on your holiday table!

Baked Mussels with Root Vegetables
Baked Mussels recipe with roasted root vegetables, topped with Mediterranean Chimichurri sauce.
The mussels turn out tender and paired with the Chimichurri, it takes the flavor to a whole new level!
Try this cozy seafood sheet pan dinner as one of your go-to mussel recipes!
Check out this recipe
baked mussels recipe with root vegetables

11 of the best seafood dishes for the holidays | collage of bacon wrapped fish, seafood boil and beer steamed mussels

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