There are so many options for adding raw seafood to your diet. From poke bowls to raw oysters, to sashimi to ceviche, the possibilities are endless and delicious. But did you know that eating raw seafood is very good for your health? Raw seafood is full of important nutrients, and you can avoid the extra chemicals and oil that come with cooked fish. Also, a lot of people enjoy the taste of raw seafood, which is a healthy and good source of food.
At Feast Raw Bar That’s why we’re proud to work with seafood companies that bring us the best raw seafood in the country and food suppliers who give us the freshest ingredients. Find out why eating raw seafood is good for you and how we use it in our meals below.
Raw fish is incredibly versatile. While many people are familiar with raw fish dishes like sushi and ceviche there are so many other delicious ways to eat raw fish. In this article I’ll share 26 amazing things you can do with raw fish, from appetizers and main courses to salads, sandwiches and more.
1. Make Carpaccio
Thinly slice raw fish like salmon, tuna, snapper or halibut, then drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with capers, shredded Parmesan, sea salt and ground pepper. Carpaccio makes an elegant and light starter
2. Prepare Ceviche
The classic Latin American dish, ceviche is made by “cooking” raw fish in an acidic marinade of citrus juice, chili peppers, onions and cilantro. The acid from the citrus actually changes the proteins in the fish, turning it firm and opaque.
3. Make Poke Bowls
Poke bowls are all the rage Simply dice raw tuna, salmon or other fish into bite-size pieces Toss with soy sauce, sesame oil, seaweed, avocado and veggies over sushi rice. Yum!
4. Whip Up Seafood Tartare
Finely chop or mince raw fish like tuna, salmon or shellfish. Mix with olive oil, lemon juice, capers, onions and herbs. Form into patties and serve in endive leaves for an appetizer.
5. Prepare Hawaiian Raw Fish Salad
Called lomi lomi salmon, this Hawaiian salad combines diced raw salmon with tomatoes, green onions and chili peppers. Some versions even add raw octopus.
6. Make Crudo
An Italian take on raw fish, crudo topsslices of raw fish with olive oil, sea salt, lemon and herbs. Use seasonal produce like citrus, pears, or truffles to garnish.
7. Whip Up Aguachile
Aguachile is a Mexican raw shrimp dish made by marinating shrimp in lime juice, cilantro, onions, chilis and cucumber. The lime juice “cooks” the shrimp. It’s spicy and refreshing!
8. Prepare Korean Hoe
In Korea, hoe features thinly sliced raw fish like halibut or sea bass. It’s served with spicy gochujang sauce and herbs. A fun interactive meal.
9. Make Gravlax
This Nordic dish is made by curing raw salmon in a mix of sugar, salt and dill. Slice thinly and enjoy with mustard sauce and potatoes.
10. Prepare Oysters on the Half Shell
Freshly shucked raw oysters make an impressive appetizer. Serve chilled on the half shell with mignonette sauce – just don’t forget the lemon wedges!
11. Make Sashimi
Sashimi is a Japanese preparation of raw sliced fish or seafood. It’s dipped in soy sauce and wasabi. Try tuna, salmon, scallop and eel sashimi.
12. Prepare Clams Casino
This classic recipe involves stuffing clam shells with raw clam meat, bacon, peppers and breadcrumbs, then broiling. The clams cook while the toppings get crispy.
13. Make Hawaiian Poke
The Hawaiian diced raw fish salad that started it all. Make it with ahi tuna, onions, seaweed, soy sauce, sesame oil and chili pepper.
14. Prepare Kinilaw
A popular Filipino raw seafood dish, kinilaw features fish or shellfish marinated in vinegar and citrus juices. Onions, ginger, chilis and coconut milk are common additions.
15. Make Ceviche-Stuffed Avocados
For a fun twist on ceviche, stuff halved avocados with the marinated raw fish mixture. Top with cilantro and enjoy!
16. Prepare Thai Larb Pla
A Thai specialty, larb pla combines minced raw fish with lime juice, roasted chilis, shallots, cilantro, mint and toasted rice powder.
17. Make Tiradito
Similar to ceviche, Peruvian tiradito slices the fish instead of dicing it. Garnish it with sweet potato, corn kernels, choclo corn or hot pepper sauces.
18. Whip Up Salmon Tartare
For an elegant presentation, shape minced raw salmon into quenelles. Serve with capers, parsley, dill, olive oil and crostini.
19. Make Hawaiian Raw Fish Salad Wraps
Wrap lomi lomi salmon or poke in lettuce or cabbage leaves for a low carb, refreshing meal.
20. Prepare Vitello Tonnato
This classic Italian dish features thinly sliced veal topped with a creamy tuna sauce made from raw tuna, anchovies, capers, lemon and olive oil.
21. Make Salmon Carpaccio
Thinly slice raw salmon and drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, cracked black pepper, chili flakes and Parmesan cheese.
22. Create Raw Bar Platters
Set up a DIY raw bar with fresh oysters, clams, mussels and shrimp along with sauces and garnishes. Guests can create their own combinations.
23. Prepare Raw Oyster Shooters
Dress freshly shucked raw oysters with a tangy cocktail sauce. Serve in shot glasses for a fun party food.
24. Make Country Ham and Raw Oyster Rolls
Tuck raw oysters and sliced country ham into soft rolls. You get salty, briny and refreshing in every bite.
25. Whip Up a Hawaiian-Style Raw Fish Sandwich
Known as poke in a bag, this sandwich stuffs poke salad into a hollowed out loaf of bread or large roll. Transportable and tasty!
26. Prepare Raw Bar Skewers
Skewer cubed raw fish and scallops with onions, pineapple, mango or melon chunks for a pretty party appetizer.
What to Look Out for When Eating Raw Seafood
Eating raw seafood can come with some risks, such as an increased risk of bacteria. People with weak immune systems, babies, and older adults are among the high-risk groups that should not eat raw or undercooked fish. If you are going to eat raw seafood, keeping informed can help minimize any potential risks. iHere are a couple of factors to look out for when eating raw seafood:
- Bacteria: Although it doesn’t happen often, eating raw seafood typically puts you at risk of getting parasites and bacteria that are bad for you, like tapeworms. It’s not very likely to happen, though, and most parasites and bacteria are easy to kill when fish is frozen before it’s eaten. The Solution: The best thing you can do is get your raw seafood from a reliable source. Look for restaurants with good reviews and inspection ratings. Think about where the fish in restaurants and stores comes from, and don’t be shy about asking businesses how they safely prepare raw seafood. At Feast, the freshness of our seafood is vital. We only buy seafood from suppliers who put freshness first, and we only choose the best seafood. That’s why we’re known as having the best seafood in Bozeman. For instance, Island Creek Oyster Company on the East Coast and Taylor Shellfish Farms on the West Coast pick our oysters every day and send them straight to us. If you like seafood, read on to learn more about how to get the most out of your oyster bar experience.
- Mercury: Chemical pollutants like methylmercury can be found in large amounts in raw fish. Mercury is found naturally in the world, but it also gets into our oceans through pollution and builds up in fish. Regularly taking in too much methylmercury has been linked to health problems like memory loss and hair loss. The Best Answer: The Food and Drug Administration says that eating tuna or any other raw fish for a week won’t change the amount of methylmercury in your body. Also, some fish naturally have lower levels of mercury than others. For example, shrimp and salmon naturally have lower levels of mercury than swordfish.
How Feast Uses Raw Seafood in Our Menu
At Feast, our menu overflows with delectable options for experiencing superior quality raw seafood. We base our menu on using fresh, seasonal, and organic ingredients, which is why we use raw seafood in both traditional and world cuisine dishes. For example, our daily ceviche features fresh fish marinated in citrus and spices. There is also a delicious range of raw seafood at our shellfish feast, such as raw oysters, fresh ceviche, and jumbo shrimp. Our goal is for all of our seafood dishes to always be of the highest quality, fresh, and unique. This will set us apart as leaders in the Bozeman seafood scene. Learn more about how we use seafood in our menu.