GULF SHRIMP PASTA

Gulf Shrimp Pasta

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• Pasta pot

• Collander

• Medium sauté pan

• Spoon

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 cup cooked farfalle pasta

• 1 garlic clove, chopped

• 4 gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

• 1 tablespoon chopped basil

• Himalayan sea salt to taste

• 2oz feta cheese

• 6 cherry tomatoes, halved

• 4 tablespoons chimichurri sauce

• 4 tablespoons white wine

• 4 tablespoons butter

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a pot, boil water with Himalayan Sea salt and cook the pasta until tender and cooked. Drain and reserve.

2. In sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat and cook garlic clove, and tomato halves.

3. Season shrimp with Himalayan Sea Salt, add shrimp to the pan and sauté.

4. Deglaze the pan with white wine and herbs.

5. Whirl in butter and chimichurri sauce. Add pasta and heat the contents of the pan.

6. To serve, place the ingredients from the sauté pan in the center of a bowl. Top with shrimp and then feta cheese. Serve hot.

FRESH GROUPER SLIDERS

Fresh Grouper Sliders

15

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

These tailgating fresh grouper sliders will taste like they were special ordered from your favorite eatery. Chef Mike Smith and Charlton "C.Y." Young, Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball Florida State University shows how to make this restaurant-quality slider in the comfort of your home using natural gas. Executive Chef Mike Smith, likes cooking with natural gas because of its even heat and customized temperature control. 

 The Garnet and Gold Grub recipe series is brought to you by Florida State Seminoles and Peoples Gas.

INGREDIENTS

1 ½ pounds of fresh gulf grouper filets

Salt & pepper to taste (you can substitute your favorite seasoning also)

1 cup of banana pepper aioli (you can sub tartar sauce)

1 pack of King’s Hawaiian rolls

Vegetable oil (for grill)

Cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat your grill to medium high heat.  Make sure the grill is clean and well oiled to prevent the grouper from sticking.  Season your grouper filets w/ salt & pepper and place on hot grill.  Cook these for about 3-4 minutes per side (depending on thickness). While the fish is cooking, slice your rolls in half so they will be ready for a quick toast on the grill.   When finished the grouper filets should be white and flaky.  Remove fish from grill and place your rolls on the grill for a quick toast (this should take about 20 seconds). 

Remove rolls from grill and spread some aioli on both sides of the rolls.  Place cooked fish on bottom half of roll, top with cheese, and place top bun on slider.

CRAB CAKES WITH REMOULADE SAUCE

Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce

15

Minutes Prep Time

15

Cook Time

4

Servings

EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED

• two mixing bowls

• rubber spatula

• large whisk

• large skillet

INGREDIENTS

REMOULADE SAUCE

• 1 c mayonnaise

• 1 tsp old bay seasoning

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• ¼ c fresh Parsley, chopped

• ¼ c capers, finely chopped

• 1-2 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed (half a lemon)

CRAB CAKES

• 1 lb jumbo lump crab

• lemon zest

• 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning

• 1 tsp hot sauce

• ½ - ¾ c salted butter crackers (crushed)

• ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ¼ c Italian parsley (chopped)

• 1 large egg 

• ½ c mayonnaise

• 1 tsp butter

INSTRUCTIONS

REMOULADE SAUCE

1. Add all sauce ingredients to a bowl and mix well with your whisk.

2. Set aside until you are ready to serve the crab cakes.

CRAB CAKES

1. Combine all the ingredients except the butter in your bowl.

2. Gently mix with your spatula to incorporate all the ingredients.

3. Scoop mixture from bowl and form four similar sized patties.

4. Heat your pan on medium heat.

5. Melt the butter in the pan to prevent sticking.

6. Cook the crab cakes for 3-5 minutes on each side depending on the thickness. Turn when the bottom is golden brown.

7. When both sides are golden brown remove from pan and serve with the sauce.

BLACK GROUPER PUTTANESCA-CHEF RASHTY

Black Grouper Puttanesca

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INGREDIENTS:

PUTTANESCA SAUCE:

• 4-6 cloves of garlic chopped

• 10 whole anchovies (from a tin)

• 10 green Picholine olives (roughly chopped)

• 10 black olives (roughly chopped)

• 3 tbsp. capers

• 1 cup tomato sauce

• 1/2 tsp. Mascarpone

• 2 cups fresh spinach

• pinch of red pepper flakes

• handful of flat leaf parsley

• black pepper

• olive oil

GROUPER:

• 2 grouper fillets (approx. 6 oz each)

• salt

• olive oil

SIDES:

• 2 - 3 cups fresh spinach

• 1/2 to full clove of garlic (chopped)

• 1/2 shallot (chopped)

• 1/2 lbs. fingerling potatoes (quartered)

• olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

SAUCE:

1. Heat skillet with olive oil, garlic (save some for sautéing spinach), pinch of red pepper flakes, and anchovies — sauté for about 3 minutes until anchovies start breaking down.

2. Add olives, capers, cherry tomato, and black pepper to the pan and sauté briefly.

3. Add tomato sauce and ½ tsp. mascarpone, and mix in.

4. Simmer for 8 - 10 minutes.

GROUPER:

1. Season with salt.

2. Sear on high heat (smoking olive oil) for approx. 3 minutes on one side.

3. Then bake in the oven for 6 - 8 minutes at 350°F.

SPINACH:

1. Heat skillet to medium heat with olive oil, garlic, and shallot until fragrant.

2. Add spinach and sauté until wilted.

3. Remove from the flame and use a spoon to press out liquid and drain from the pan.

POTATOES:

1. Boil quartered potatoes until tender.

2. Sear in olive oil until golden brown.

TO PLATE:

Start by adding cooked fingerling potatoes to the center of the plate. Place the spinach in a small mound over the potatoes. Center the cooked grouper atop the spinach. Spoon sauce to cover the fish then garnish with the flat leaf parsley.

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SCALLOP TACOS

Scallop Tacos

10

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS:

SCALLOPS:

• 6 Large Fresh Scallops

• Taco Seasoning: Purchase packaged or make your own with:

  Paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ground white pepper

• Olive Oil

PICKLED VEGETABLES

• 4 Radishes

• 2 Jalapenos 

• 1 Cup White Vinegar 

• 1 Cup Water

• 1 Tbsp Salt

• 1 Tbsp Sugar

• 5 Whole Black Peppercorn

• 5 Whole Mustard Seeds

• ½ Tsp Dried (or Fresh) Dill

SLAW

• Quarter Head of Purple Cabbage

• ½ Cup Finely Chopped Cilantro

• ½ Lime (Juiced)

• ½ Tsp Honey

• Zest of 1 Lime

• Salt (To Taste)

• Pepper (To Taste)

AVOCADO VERDE SAUCE

• 2 Ripe Avocados

• 1 Bunch of Cilantro

• 2 Cloves Garlic

• ½ White Onion

• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil 

• 2-3 Tbsp Water

• 1 Cup Sour Cream

• ½ Tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

• 2 Limes (Juiced)

• Salt

Other Ingredients:

• Olive Oil

• Small Corn Tortillas 

• Cilantro (Garnish)

• Lime Wedges (Garnish)

DIRECTIONS

1. Make Pickled Vegetables: In a small saucepan over medium heat add the vinegar, water, salt and sugar. Stir occasionally until completely combined then remove from heat.

2. Thinly slice radishes and jalapenos and place inside a medium Mason jar with black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and dill. Pour the vinegar mixture into the jar, ensuring the radishes and jalapenos are completely covered with liquid. Cool to room temp and place in the fridge until ready to plate.

3. Make Avocado Sauce. Add all the sauce ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth. Add water until desired consistency is reached and season with salt and pepper to taste. Store in the fridge until ready to plate. Sauce can usually keep fresh in the fridge for 2-3 days.

4. Make Slaw. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, zest, honey, salt, and pepper. Chop cabbage into strips and toss in dressing.

5. Sear Scallops. Place scallops on a plate lined with paper towel. Lightly dab the scallops to remove any excess moisture before sprinkling taco seasoning on both flat sides of the scallops.

6. In a stainless steel skillet over medium to medium-high heat add generous amount of olive and evenly space the scallops. Sear for about 2 minutes or until golden crust forms before flipping the scallops. Do not overcrowd the pan or you will end up steaming instead of searing the scallops. Work in batches in needed.

Plate. In a damp towel or paper towel, microwave corn tortillas until soft. Assemble your taco with the slaw, then scallops and top with avocado sauce. Garnish with radishes, jalapenos, chopped cilantro, salt and lime wedge.

SEARED SALMON WITH CILANTRO RICE

Seared Salmon with Cilantro Rice

10

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS:

SALMON FILETS:

• 2 Center Cut Salmon Filets (2” thick SKIN ON)

• 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder

• 1 Tbsp Smoked Paprika

• 1 tsp Onion Powder

• ½ tsp Cayenne Pepper

• ½ tsp Dried Dill Weed

• ¼ tsp Dried Basil

• Olive Oil

• Coarse Salt

• Black Pepper

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS

• 8 Asparagus (Bias Cut)

• 2 cloves of Garlic (Minced)

• 1 tsp Olive Oil

• Salt (to taste)

• Pepper (to taste)

CILANTRO-LIME CAULIFLOWER RICE

• 1 Cup Frozen (or Fresh) Riced Cauliflower

• ½ Lime

• ½ cup finely chopped Cilantro

• ½ tsp Garlic Powder

• Coarse Salt (to taste)

• Black Pepper (to taste)

• Olive Oil

DIRECTIONS

1. Pat dry salmon filets and allow to come to room temperature.

2. In a small bowl, combine the spices. Lightly coat filets with oil and liberally season filets with seasonings.

3. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat add a tablespoon of oil and slowly add your salmon filets skin side down.

4. Allow the salmon to cook undisturbed until you see it start to turn white about half way through, and then flip. Sear for 1 minute and return back to the skin side to finish cooking through, if needed.

5. To cook the asparagus, add a teaspoon of oil in a skillet on medium heat then add the minced garlic. Cook until fragrant. Cut the ends of the asparagus on a bias (diagonal cut) and add to the pan and stir to evenly coat. Reduce heat to medium and cook to fork tender. (Optional: to cook quicker loosely cover the skillet.)

6. Once asparagus is fork tender, remove from heat

7. Add a little more oil if needed to coat the pan and add in riced cauliflower and garlic powder. Stir until evenly coated.

8. Once cauliflower is tender (about 3-5 minutes) turn off heat. Add in the juice of half a lime and the cilantro, stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

9. Plate the cauliflower rice and top with crispy skin salmon and asparagus. Garnish with chopped cilantro, flaky salt and lime wedge.

PAN SEARED GROUPER WITH CHEESY GRITS -CHEF BURGESS

Pan Seared Grouper with Cheesy Grits

15

Minutes Prep Time

45

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

GROUPER INGREDIENTS:

• 2 Grouper filets

• Kosher salt

• Olive oil

GROUPER INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat the pan to medium to high heat.

2. Coat the bottom of the pan with olive oil.

3. Season grouper filets with kosher salt.

4. Flip when the first side gets a nice golden-brown crust, and flip and then cook the other side. The grouper’s texture should be flaky and opaque in color when done.  

SMOKED CHEDDAR GRITS INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups of stone-ground grits

• 8 cups of water

• ½ lbs. of butter

• ½ cup of heavy cream

• ¾ lbs. of grated smoked cheddar cheese

SMOKED CHEDDAR GRITS INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Bring 8 cups of water to a boil over high heat.

2. Wisk water in a circular motion and slowly rain in 2 cups of stone-ground grits while stirring to prevent clumping.

3. Simmer over medium heat with the lid on for 45 minutes.

4. When the grits reach the properly cooked consistency remove the heat.

5. Stir in ½ lbs. of butter until melted.

6. Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream.

7. Slowly mix in ¾ lbs. of grated smoked cheddar cheese.

TOMATO, CAPER, BUTTER SAUCE INGREDIENTS:

• ½ cup of grape or cherry tomatoes cut in half (you could use any type of tomato you choose, even canned San Marzano tomato)

• 4-5 slices of applewood smoked bacon (18/22 cut)

• ¼ cup of capers chopped

• 1/3 of a shallot

• ½ cup of heavy cream

• 3-4 tablespoons of white wine

• 2 tablespoons of butter

• Squeeze of lemon juice

• Olive oil

TOMATO, CAPER, BUTTER SAUCE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat pan over medium heat.

2. Prep tomatoes by cutting in half.

3. Chop bacon into small pieces.

4. Cover the bottom of a pan with a little bit of olive oil, bring to medium heat then add the bacon and render out the fat.

5. Pour out about ¼ cup of capers into a colander and rinse off brine with water, then chop.

6. Add tomatoes and shallot to the pan with the bacon, stir.

7. Add a couple tablespoons of white wine to the sauce, no more than ¼ cup.

8. Then add the chopped capers and mix well.

9. Then add ½ cup of heavy cream.

10. Let the sauce reduce for about 15-20 minutes.

11. When the liquid has reduced add a squeeze of lemon, and 2 tablespoons of butter and remove from heat allowing the residual heat to melt the butter into the sauce.

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ARROZ CON POLLO-CHEF PIEROLA

Tampa Arroz con Pollo

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INGREDIENTS:

• 3 1/2 LB One Chicken, cut into 10 Pieces

• Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper to taste

• 1 TSP Ground Cumin

• 2 TSPS Chopped Fresh Oregano or TSP dried, crumbled

• 12 Green olives stuffed with Pimentos

• 3 Chorizo Sausage links, sliced into coins

• 1 Red Pepper, cored, seeded and brunoised

• 1 Large Yellow Pepper, cored, seeded and brunoised

• 1 Large Jalapeno Pepper, cored, seeded and brunoised

• 4 Ripe Plum Tomatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes

• 4 CUPS fresh chicken stock or canned chicken broth

• 1/2 CUP Finely Chopped Onion

• 1 TBSP Finely Chopped Garlic

• 1 1/2 CUPS Canned Crushed Tomatoes

• 1 TSP Saffron Threads

• 2 Bay Leaves

• 2 CUPS Converted Rice

• 2 TBSPS Olive Oil

• 9 Oz One Package Frozen Green Peas

• 6 1/2 OZ One Can Piquillo Peppers cut into 8 long strips

• 4 TBSPS Coarsely Chopped Fresh Coriander or Parsley

• 1 Plantain, sliced on the Bias oil for frying

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CORN CRUSTED CATFISH CHEF PIEROLA

Apalachicola Sweet & Spicy Corn Crusted Catfish

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INGREDIENTS CORN CRUSTED CATFISH:

• 2 Cleaned Catfish Fillets

• 1/2 CUP All-Purpose Flour

• 1 CUP All-Purpose Flour

• 1/2 CUP Yellow Cornmeal

• 1/2 CUP Whole Milk

• 1 Egg

• 1 TBSP Chipotle Adobo Pack

• 1 TBSP Light Brown Sugar

• 1/5 TBSP Smoked Paprika

• 1/4 TBSP Cayenne Pepper

• 2 TBSPS Chopped Fresh Thyme

• 1 CUP Vegetable Oil or Preferred Frying Oil

• Salt and Pepper to taste

• Pickled Collard Greens

• Peanut Chile Bacon Butter Sauce

INGREDIENTS FOR PICKLED COLLARDS:

• 3 BUNCHES Collard Greens, Cleaned

• 1 CUP Thick Julienne Bacon

• 2 CUPS Thick Julienne Spanish Onion

• 1 QUART Apple Cider Vinegar

• 2 QUARTS Chicken or Vegetable Stock

• 1/4 CUP Dark Brown SUgar

• 3 Bay Leaves

• 3 Small Dice Jalapenos with Seeds and membrane removed

• Salt and Black Pepper to taste

• 2 TBSPS Tomato Paste

• 1 TBSP Crushed Red Pepper

• 2 TBSPS Garlic, minced

• Tabasco or preferred hot sauce to taste

INGREDIENTS FOR PEANUTS, CHILIES and BACON

• 1 TBSP Reserved Bacon Fat

• 2 Shallots, minced

• 2 Chile de Arbol, minced

• 1 Bay Leaf

• 1/2 Cup Dry White Wine

• 1 Thyme Sprig

• 6 Black Peppercorns

• Juice of one lemon

• 1 LB Butter cut into cubes

• 1/2 crushed roasted peanuts

• Reserved Crispy Bacon

• 1 Scallion cut on the Bias

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MIAMI YELLOWTAIL SNAPPER - CHEF PIEROLA

Miami Yellowtail Snapper À La Francaise

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INGREDIENTS YELLOWTAIL SNAPPER:

• 4-6 EA Yellowtail Snapper Filets, skinless and boneless

• Kosher Salt

• 1/2 CUP Butter

• 4 EA Eggs, scrambled

• 1/2 CUP Olive OIL

• White Pepper

• Flour for Dredging

• Brown butter Boniato

• Fruit and Herb salad

• Passionfruit

• Beurre Blanc

INGREDIENTS BROWN BUTTER BONIATO:

• 5 LBS Boniato, spelled and chopped

• 1 STICK Butter, softened

• 1 STICK Butter, browned in a pan

• 1/2 CUP Heavy Cream

• Kosher Salt

• White Pepper

INGREDIENTS PASSIONFRUIT BUERRE BLANC:

• 1 STICK Butter

• 1 T Mint

• 1 SPRIG Thyme

• 1 EA Shallot

• 1 EA Garlic clove

• 5 EA Black Peppercorns

• 6 oz Sauternes or White Wine

• 4 oz Passionfruit Puree

• Kosher Salt

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CORN CHOWDER-CHEF PIEROLA

Corn Chowder

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INGREDIENTS CORN CHOWDER:

• 15 Ears of Corn

• 1 QUART of Milk

• 1/2 QUART Heavy Cream

• 2 TSPS Garlic

• 1 TBSP Shallots

• 1/4 CUP White Wine

• 2 TSPS Espelette

• 2 EA Bay Leaf

• 2 Sprigs Thyme

• 1/2 CUP Bacon, cut into small dice

• 1 EA Brunoise Red Bell Pepper

• 1 EA Brunoise Green Bell Pepper

• 1 Small Brunoise Spanish Onion

• 1 BAG Littleneck Clams, washed thoroughly

• 2 PC Scallion Cut on a Bias

INGREDIENTS CORN FRITTERS:

• 2 Ears of Corn, cut off the cob

• 1 TSP Baking Powder

• 1 TSP Salt

• 1 CUP flour

• 1 TSP Melted Butter

• 2 Eggs

• 1/4 CUP Buttermilk

• Pinch of Garlic, minced

• 1 TSP Blackening Seasoning

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AMELIA ISLAND LOW COUNTRY DUCK AND ANDOUILLE PURLOO-CHEF PIEROLA

Amelia Island Low Country Duck and Andouille Purloo

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INGREDIENTS

• 1 EA Whole Duck, 4-5 lbs, Completely Thawed Out

• 2 CUPS Boiling Water

• Kosher Salt to Taste

• Black Pepper to Taste

• Paprika

• 4 CUPS Chicken Broth (32 oz)

• 6 EA Andouille Sausage Links

• ¼ TSP Dried Hot Red Pepper Flakes

• 1 EA Onion, Brunoised

• 3 EA Garlic Cloves, Minced

• 1 EA Yellow Bell Pepper, Brunoised

• 1 EA Red Bell Pepper, Brunoised

• 3 OZ Fresh Shitake Mushrooms, Stems Discarded and caps sliced ¼ inch thick

• 1 EA Fresh Habanero or Scotch Bonnet

• Chile, Minced

• 2 CUPS Carolina Gold Rice

• 2 TBSP Fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley, Chopped

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SPINY LOBSTER CASSOULET-CHEF PIEROLA

Spiny Lobster Cassoulet

15

Minutes Prep Time

25

Minutes Cook Time

2 hours

Beans Cook Time

2

Servings

WATCH THE VIDEO TO SEE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO MAKE THIS DELICIOUS DISH!

INGREDIENTS YOU WILL NEED:

* Beans will need to soak overnight and then cook for 2 hours before ready to use in this recipe.

Watch the cooking class with Chef Pierola for detailed instructions on this inspired French Cassoulet.

CASSOULET

4 Spiny Lobster Tails, Split Down The Middle Into 8 Halves

8 Key West Pink Shrimp / U-12 Peeled & Deveined

8 Seafood Sausage Links

4 Cups Cassoulet Beans

2 Cups Stock / Vegetable

1 Cup Citrus Brioche Crumbs

½ Fennel Bulb, Brunoised

2 Garlic Cloves

1 Pepper / Red Bell

1 Pepper / Yellow Bell

1 Carrot, Brunoised

Shrimp & Lobster Dust

2 Tablespoon Parsley, Minced

1 Tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves

4 Oz Butter

2 Oz Olive Oil

CASSOULET BEANS

1 LB Beans / Navy

6 QTS Stock / Vegetable

2 OZ Juice / Tangerine

2 OZ Juice / Orange

1 Fennel Bulb

1 Carrot

2 Stalks Celery

1 Onion / Yellow Spanish

SEAFOOD SAUSAGE

3 LBS Combined Fish Scrap, Lobster and Rock Shrimp

4 EA Egg Whites

1 EA Peppers/Red Bell

1 EA Peppers/Yellow Bell

1 EA Peppers Jalapeno

2 EA Limes

2 EA Lemons

4 EA Garlic Cloves

3 TSP Parsley

4 TSP Tarragon

3 TSP Cilantro

1 TSP Basil

Salt to taste

Pepper/White Ground to taste

20 EA Hog Casings

SAUSAGE RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Combine fish scrap in food processor and pulse a few times, DO NOT PUREE.

2. Remove from bowl of processor and combine all ingredients in a large bowl over ice and fold in peppers, zest one lemon and one lime, and minced herbs.

3. Pass through sausage maker into casing and twist into 3 ounce links.

4. Roast off sausage soft but cooked through. Reserve.

NOTE: Roast off the first link before making more to ensure flavor, consistency, and seasoning are correct.

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HONEY GARLIC GLAZED SALMON

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

3

Minutes Prep Time

12

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1/3 c. - honey

• 1/4 c. - soy sauce

• 2 tbsp. - lemon juice

• 1 tsp. - red pepper flakes

• 3 tbsp. - extra-virgin olive oil, divided

• 4 6-oz. salmon fillets, patted dry with a paper towel

• Kosher salt

• Freshly ground black pepper- 3 

• cloves garlic, minced - 1 

• lemon, sliced into rounds

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice and red pepper flakes.

2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat two tablespoons oil. When oil is hot but not smoking, add salmon skin-side up and season with salt and pepper. Cook salmon until deeply golden, about 6 minutes, then flip over and add remaining tablespoon of oil.

3. Add garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the honey mixture and sliced lemons and cook until sauce is reduced by about 1/3. Baste salmon with the sauce.

4. Garnish with sliced lemon and serve.

GULF COAST JAMBALAYA

Gulf Coast Jambalaya

20

Minutes Prep Time

60

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

INGREDIENTS

JAMBALAYA

24 medium peeled, deveined shrimp, about ½ pound, chopped
½ pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
1 tablespoon creole seasoning
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup chopped onions
½ cup chopped green bell peppers
½ cup chopped celery
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
½ cup chopped tomatoes
3 bay leaves
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1½ cups long grain rice
3½ cups chicken stock
½-pound Andouille sausage, sliced
Chopped green onion for garnish

CREOLE SEASONING

2½ tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine the shrimp, chicken and Essence in a bowl and toss to coat evenly. Set aside.

2. Heat the oil over in a large, heavy pot over medium heat.

3. Add the onions, peppers and celery, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, for 10 minutes, until softened.

4. Add the garlic, tomatoes, bay leaves, Worcestershire and hot sauces.

5. Stir in the rice and slowly add the broth.

6. Bring the rice to a simmer, cover and reduce heat to low and cook until most of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.

7. Stir in the shrimp and chicken mixture, and the sausage.

8. Cover and cook for 10 minutes longer.

9. Turn off the heat and allow the jambalaya to continue to steam 10 minutes longer before serving.

10. Stir in the green onion.

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GROUPER EN CROUTE

Grouper En Croute

30

Minutes Prep Time

30

Minutes Cook Time

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS

GROUPER EN CROUTE

Grouper filet
Seasoned panko bread crumbs
⅓ cup Italian seasoning
⅓ cup grated cheese
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
1 cup flour
4 tablespoons olive oil

TOASTED GARBANZO, PEAR ONION & CHORIZO RAGU

8 oz. garbanzo beans
¼ cup pearl onions
⅛ cup chorizo sausage
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ tablespoon garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper

LEEK & WATERCRESS PISTOU

1 cup leeks
1 cup watercress
2 cloves garlic
¼ cup cherry tomatoes
⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
½ cup freshly grated Pecorino cheese

ROASTED PURPLE FINGERLING POTATOES

Purple fingerling potatoes
⅛ cup Italian seasoning
⅛ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

GROUPER EN CROUTE

1. Beat egg in a shallow bowl and set aside

2. In a shallow bowl combine breading ingredients

3. One at a time dip one side of the fillet in flour, then egg, shake off excess and dip egg battered side into breading

4. Fry breaded side first into pan with hot oil

5. Flip, and sear other side

6. Leave to rest

TOASTED GARBANZO, PEARL ONION & CHORIZO RAGU

1. Add diced chorizo to pan with olive oil, render

2. Add garbanzo beans to pan, toss.

3. Add pearl onions to pan, toss

4. Add garlic, salt, pepper

5. Set aside to rest on a paper toweled plate

LEEK & WATERCRESS PISTOU

1. In a large mortar, pound the garlic with the salt to a paste.

2. Add the leeks & watercress by the handful and grind the leaves against the side of the mortar until almost smooth.

3. Stir in the tomatoes, then gradually stir in the olive oil until it’s incorporated.

4. Stir in the cheese and refrigerate until ready to serve.

ROASTED PURPLE FINGERLING POTATOES

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F

2. Slice the potatoes to make small disks

3. Place potatoes in a large roasting pan and toss with olive oil, cayenne pepper,

   paprika, Italian season, salt, and pepper, until evenly coated. Spread out

   potatoes in a single layer.

4. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve

   immediately.

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HOISIN HONEY GLAZED SALMON SHAVED ASPARAGUS SALAD

Hoisin Honey Glazed Salmon with Shaved Asparagus Salad

10

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

1

Servings

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry white wine
1 teaspoon honey
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Four 6-ounce skinless salmon fillets
Salt
Freshly ground pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 450°. Position a rack in the upper third of the oven. In a small bowl, combine the hoisin, soy sauce, wine, honey and garlic.

2. In a large, ovenproof, nonstick skillet, heat the oil. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet, skinned-side up, and sear over high heat until browned on the bottom, about 30 seconds. Flip the fillets and spoon half of the hoisin glaze over them.

3. Transfer the skillet to the top rack of the oven and roast the salmon for 3 minutes. Spoon the remaining hoisin glaze over the fillets and roast for another 3 minutes. Baste the fillets with the glaze in the pan and roast until just cooked through, about 2 minutes longer.

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PAELLA

Paella

20

Minutes Prep Time

60

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

INGREDIENTS

1⁄2 teaspoon saffron
4 cups chicken stock
1⁄2 pound grouper
1⁄2 pound squid, tentacles and tubes
1 pound boneless chicken breast
3⁄4 pound boneless pork loin
1⁄2 cup Spanish extra virgin olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, chopped into eighths
1 large green pepper chopped into eighths
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
All purpose seasoning
8 mussels
12 scallops, 10–20-count
8 littleneck clams
3⁄4 pound shrimp, 36–40-count
1⁄2 tablespoon salt
1 whole bay leaf
2 cups white long-grain rice
¼ cup dry white wine
1⁄2 cup small green peas, cooked
2 roasted red peppers, cut into strips

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Using a mortar and pestle, pulverize the saffron to create a powder. In a small saucepan, heat chicken stock and add saffron, allowing saffron to dissolve. Keep warm until use.

2. Cut the grouper into 4 equal pieces. Cut the squid into ¾"-wide tubes. Cut the chicken and pork into approximately 1" pieces.

3. In a large paella pan or large ovenproof casserole, heat 1⁄2 cup olive oil on stove and sauté onion, green pepper, tomatoes and garlic until onion is transparent.

4. Add pork and chicken to the pan, season with 2 tablespoons all purpose Seasoning, and cook until meat is lightly browned on all sides.

5. Add all of the seafood and sauté for 1 minute.

6. Add chicken stock, salt, bay leaf and rice; stir well.

7. Bring mixture to a boil, then cover and bake in oven at 400 degrees for approximately 20 minutes or until rice is done.

8. Sprinkle with wine and garnish with peas, roasted red peppers and asparagus tips.

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SHRIMP AND GRITS

Shrimp and Grits

25

Minutes Prep Time

80

Minutes Cook Time

4

Servings

INGREDIENTS

MAIN INGREDIENTS

1 ½ pounds peeled and deveined medium shrimp
4 teaspoon Creole seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
8 ounces andouille sausage
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 ½ cups chicken broth, or canned, low-sodium chicken stock
¼ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
2 tablespoons minced parsley

OLD FASHIONED STYLE GRITS

6 cups water
Salt to taste
1 ½ cups quick cooking or old-fashioned grits (not instant!)
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
8 tablespoons butter
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

CREOLE SEASONING

2 ½ tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

INSTRUCTIONS

SPICY SHRIMP AND ANDOUILLE

1. Season the shrimp with 3 teaspoons creole seasoning.

2. Heat a large (12 to 14 inches), heavy sauté pan over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of the oil and sear the andouille, cooking for about 3 minutes. Remove the andouille to a plate, add 1 tablespoon of the oil to the pan, add half the shrimp, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

3. Remove the shrimp from the pan, and another tablespoon of oil to the pan and repeat with the remaining shrimp.

4. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan and add the onion and bell peppers and cook until soft, 3 minutes.

5. Add the remaining teaspoon Essence to the pan, stirring well, then add the garlic and cook 1 minute.

6. Add the chicken broth to the pan and cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.

7. Stir the cream, green onions and parsley into the sauce and return the andouille and shrimp to the pan.

8. Return sauce to a simmer and continue to cook until reduced slightly.

9. Stir well and season to taste with salt and pepper.

10. Serve over Old Fashioned Style Grits.

OLD FASHIONED STYLE GRITS

1. In a large, heavy saucepan bring the water to a boil.

2. Add a generous teaspoon of salt and the grits and stir with a wooden spoon to

   combine.

3. When grits thicken add milk, cream and butter and return to a boil.

4. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover saucepan and cook for 45 minutes to one

   hour, until grits are tender, smooth and creamy.

5. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

6. Keep covered and warm until ready to serve with Spicy Shrimp and Andouille.

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MOJO CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH CITRUS SLAW

Mojo Chicken Sandwiches with Citrus Slaw

15

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

8-10

Servings

Florida State University's Chef Mike Smith and Head Beach Volleyball Coach Brooke Niles show us how to cook Mojo chicken sandwiches with citrus slaw. Marinated chicken makes for a flavorful sandwich that's easy to prepare and ready to go for game time. It's topped with feta cheese and citrus slaw so it's far from bland. Chef Mike likes consistent and even cooking that comes with natural gas.

The Garnet and Gold Grub recipe series is brought to you by Florida State Seminoles and Peoples Gas.

INGREDIENTS

8-10 BONELESS, SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAST (YOU WANT THESE TO BE AROUND 5-6 OZ.)

MOJO MARINADE

8-10 BRIOCH BUNS

CITRUS SLAW (RECIPE TO FOLLOW)

1 CUP OF CRUMBLED FETA CHEESE

INSTRUCTIONS

PLACE CHICKEN BREASTS IN MOJO MARINADE, COVER WITH PLASTIC WRAP, AND PLACE IN REFRIDGERATOR FOR 2 HOURS.  SET A TIMER TO REMIND YOU SO YOU DO NOT OVER-MARINATE THE CHICKEN.

AFTER REMOVING THE CHICKEN FROM THE MARINADE-TURN ON YOUR CLEAN, WELL OILED GRILL TO MEDIUM-HIGH HEAT.  PLACE YOUR MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS ON THE GRILL AND COOK FOR 5-6 MINUTES PER SIDE TURNING ¼ ON EACH SIDE AFTER 3 MINUTES.

ASSEMBLE THE CITRUS SLAW BY PLACING THE SLAW MIX IN A BOWL AND MIXING THOROUGHLY WITH 1 CUP OF THE CITRUS vinaigrette AND SET ASIDE.

PLACE THE BRIOCHE BUNS ON THE GRILL FOR ABOUT 1 MINUTE TO TOAST THEM.  REMOVE BUNS FROM GRILL AND PLACE ASIDE.

ASSEMBLE THE SANDWICH BY PLACING A COOKED CHICKEN BREAST ON THE BOTTOM BUN, TOP WITH ABOUT ¼ TO ½ CUP OF CITRUS SLAW, AND FINISH WITH CRUMBLED FETA CHEESE.  PLACE TOP BUN ON SANDWICH AND ENJOY!

*MOJO MARINADE RECIPE:  1 LARGE YELLOW ONION (CHOPPED), 1 CUP OF FRESH LIME JUICE, 1 CUP OF FRESH ORANGE JUICE, ½ CUP OF CHOPPED CILANTRO, 1 TSP KOSHER SALT, ½ TSP BLACK PEPPER, 1 TSP CUMIN, ½ CUP EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, 2 EACH GARLIC CLOVES.  PLACE ALL INGREDIENTS IN A FOOD PROCESSOR AND PULSE UNTIL WELL MIXED BUT NOT LIQUEFIED. 

*CITRUS SLAW RECIPE:  2 CUPS OF GREEN CABBAGE (SHREDDED), 1 CUP OF RED CABBAGE (SHREDDED) ½ CUP OF SHREDDED CARROTS, ¼ CUP OF CHOPPED SCALLIONS. 

*CITRUS DRESSING RECIPE:  1 CUP OF FRESH LEMON JUICE, ½ CUP OF RED WINE VINEGAR, 2 GARLIC CLOVES, 1 TBLSP KOSHER SALT, 1 TSP BLACK PEPPER, ¼ CUP HONEY, ¾ CUP OF EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL.  PLACE FIRST 6 INGREDIENTS IN A FOOD PROCESSOR OR BLENDER.  SLOWLY DRIZZLE THE EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL INTO THE PROCESSOR/BLENDER WHILE IT IS RUNNING ON MEDIUM SPEED UNTIL OIL IS INCORPORATED.