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Seafood Lasagna

[heart_this] · May 5, 2009 · 61 Comments

Seafood Lasagna

I recently came across this recipe for a seafood lasagna on Confections of a Foodie Bride which sounded so good that I had to make it right away. How could I not make it right away? It contains so many of my favorite foods including cheesy baked pasta, shrimp, king crab and scallops. I also liked that it contained an entire package of spinach for that green vegetable that I like to try to include in my meals. This lasagna starts with a layer of cheese and spinach followed by a layer stuffed with yummy seafood followed by another layer of cheese and spinach and of course it is topped of with a layer of golden brown bubbling cheese. The layers of cheese and spinach reminded my of the green pastitsio that I had made a while ago and that made me think of dill and I decided to add some dill to cheese and spinach layer. One of my favorite ways to enjoy shrimp is to cook them in a buttery garlic and lemon sauce with a bit of wine to deglaze the pan and I figured why not cook the seafood like that and pour the sauce into the lasagna as well?
With my slightly modified version of the recipe done I was ready to go. As with most lasagnas this one took a bit of effort and time to make but it was well worth it. The seafood lasagna turned out great! Bubbling hot cheesy baked pasta with seafood is such a great combo. It smelled amazing while baking and it tasted just as good. Luckily there was a lot of leftovers and I will get to enjoy the rest of it for lunches throughout the week.

Seafood Lasagna

Seafood Lasagna

Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Servings: 9
ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 pound seafood (king crab, shrimp and scallops)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup white wine (or chicken stock)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons garlic (chopped)
  • 4 tablespoons flour (rice flour or masa harina for gluten free)
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (grated)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup dill (chopped)
  • 1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 (10 ounce) package spinach (thawed and drained)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (grated)
  • 1 cup mozzarella (grated)
  • 1/2 pound lasagna noodles (cooked) (gluten free for gluten free)
  • 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (grated)
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella (grated)
directions
  1. Heat the butter in a pan.
  2. Add the seafood and saute until cooked, just a few minutes and set the seafood aside.
  3. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about a minutes.
  4. Add the white wine and lemon juice, deglaze the pan, and simmer to reduce by half.
  5. Add the seafood and toss to coat.
  6. Melt the butter in a large sauce pan.
  7. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about a minute.
  8. Add the flour and stir while cooking for a few minutes.
  9. Slowly whisk in the milk and simmer until it thickens.
  10. Remove from the heat and mix in the parmigiano reggiano, salt and pepper and dill.
  11. Mix the ricotta, spinach, egg, parmigiano reggiano, mozzarella and a cup of the white sauce.
  12. Pour 1/4 cup of the white sauce over the bottom of an 8 inch square baking dish.
  13. Add a layer of noodles.
  14. Add a layer of half of the cheese mixture.
  15. Add a layer of noodles.
  16. Add a layer of all of the seafood and pour a cup of the white sauce over it.
  17. Add a layer of noodles.
  18. Add a layer of the remaining cheese mixture.
  19. Add a final layer of noodles.
  20. Pour 1/2 cup of the white sauce over the noodles and top with the parmigiano reggiano and mozzarella.
  21. Bake in a preheated 350F/180C oven until bubbling on the sides and golden brown on top, about 45-60 minutes.
Note: This lasagna has 4 layers of noodles so make sure that you cook the right amount.
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Comments

  1. KennyT says

    May 5, 2009 at 11:32 pm

    Fantastic! I don’t eat beef, this lasagna is a brilliant alternative. Thanks a lot for sharing!

    Reply
  2. Melissa says

    May 6, 2009 at 12:52 am

    Seafood lasagna! I have never had it before, but it looks great!!

    Reply
  3. Mochachocolata Rita says

    May 6, 2009 at 1:11 am

    oh kev! normally i love the meaty tomatoey basily lasagna, but this one surely will convert me ^_^

    Reply
  4. Poornima Nair says

    May 6, 2009 at 1:34 am

    Thats mouthwatering…Using sea food is a great variation.

    Reply
  5. Chef Fresco says

    May 6, 2009 at 1:50 am

    Mmm looks good! I’ve never thought of using seafood in lasagna either

    Reply
  6. Tessa says

    May 6, 2009 at 2:13 am

    Yes yes yes! I love seafood and I love lasagna. Sooo many expensive ingredients in this though. Maybe I’ll save this recipe for a special occasion 🙂

    Reply
  7. HKMV says

    May 6, 2009 at 3:12 am

    This looks wonderful. I have followed your blog for over a year and never once have you steered me wrong. Thanks for all the great ideas

    Reply
  8. mirtilla says

    May 6, 2009 at 3:21 am

    Sembra molto buona… Devo provarla.

    Reply
  9. Helene says

    May 6, 2009 at 3:55 am

    Superbe! Another fantastic meal Kevin. I’m impressed and this looks delicious.

    Reply
  10. Jescel says

    May 6, 2009 at 4:07 am

    oh my goodness, i got hungry just by looking at your pic and reading the recipe. sounds like a wonderful combo. definitely worth the effort.

    Reply
  11. renee says

    May 6, 2009 at 4:08 am

    holy schnikeys (seriously who says that)!!!! anyways…that looks AMAZING!!!!!!!!! i want to try it…however, i’m not a fan of spinach…do you think broccoli could be subst?

    Reply
  12. The Cooking Photographer says

    May 6, 2009 at 4:23 am

    That looks delicious Kevin! Just beautiful!

    Reply
  13. Rosa's Yummy Yums says

    May 6, 2009 at 6:17 am

    I like this version! Really wonderful!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  14. Elin says

    May 6, 2009 at 8:07 am

    Good combo and you never fail to amaze me.How you managed to cut it so neat and nice? Mine normally would be messy. Any tips?

    Reply
  15. Nina Timm says

    May 6, 2009 at 8:11 am

    Phew, what a recipe, but the end result is so worth it!!!!Looks delish!!

    Reply
  16. Kim - Easy French Food says

    May 6, 2009 at 8:37 am

    Kevin – That looks really good – the kind of dish I could eat a lot of. Here’s a seafood casserole that you might like to try. It’s a great dish for when you have little time to fix something. Happy cooking, eating and blogging. You’re doing a wonderful job.

    Reply
  17. Jennifer says

    May 6, 2009 at 9:21 am

    Out of this world! Seafood lasagna and chowder are 2 of my favorite childhood past times. It was something that came only certain times a year when the seafood was fresh from the East coast. Beautiful, well done Kevin!!!

    Reply
  18. Pam says

    May 6, 2009 at 10:41 am

    I can’t believe that I’ve never had a seafood lasagna before!

    Reply
  19. Debbie says

    May 6, 2009 at 1:05 pm

    What a great idea! I’ve had regular lasagna and veggie lasagna but not made with seaford before. It looks delicious…

    Reply
  20. Skinnymum says

    May 6, 2009 at 1:36 pm

    Awesome idea! I don’t fancy meat so much, but love seafood…….so this is perfect for me, that’s if I can successfully make it.

    Reply
  21. Colleen says

    May 6, 2009 at 1:45 pm

    This looks so elegant and a nice twist on the traditional lasagna!

    Reply
  22. Anonymous says

    May 6, 2009 at 2:01 pm

    Great idea to make a seafood version of lasagna! Sounds excellent!

    Reply
  23. Marta says

    May 6, 2009 at 2:10 pm

    Kevin, what a great rendition! It looks fantastic! Lasagne are delicious, but let’s be honest, their photos don’t often look appetizing. You have succeeded! All the fish+veg+cheese inside makes my mouth water 🙂

    Reply
  24. Diana Evans says

    May 6, 2009 at 2:19 pm

    oh wow!!! looks wonderful

    Reply
  25. lisaiscooking says

    May 6, 2009 at 2:32 pm

    This could easily become my favorite lasagna. It looks fantastic!

    Reply
  26. unconfidentialcook says

    May 6, 2009 at 2:33 pm

    What a wonderful change of pace! I love this!

    Reply
  27. Anonymous says

    May 6, 2009 at 2:36 pm

    Looks sumptuous!

    I’m a big fan of meatless/protein free lasagnes since I find them so hearty. Here’s my fav recipe if you ever feel tempted:

    http://www.homemakers.com/Home/news/october-2007-blog-entries-n239678p4.html

    Reply
  28. Jeff says

    May 6, 2009 at 3:04 pm

    Nice adaptation of a classic dish. When the weather gets warm I crave stuff like lasagna but it always seems to heavy.

    Reply
  29. amourissima says

    May 6, 2009 at 3:21 pm

    You have answered my craving heart! Just last week I was moaning about wanting a tasty seafood lasagna and this looks divine.

    Reply
  30. Kelly says

    May 6, 2009 at 3:50 pm

    What a rich and impressive lasagna!

    Reply
  31. Anonymous says

    May 6, 2009 at 4:36 pm

    impressive was just the right word!

    Reply
  32. Natashya says

    May 6, 2009 at 4:56 pm

    Beautiful! I had a seafood lasagna at a wedding once and it was wonderful, good for you for making your own.

    Reply
  33. Pam says

    May 6, 2009 at 6:08 pm

    You always make delicious lasagnas. This looks divine.

    Reply
  34. Peter M says

    May 6, 2009 at 6:29 pm

    I love the the different layers and the colours…surely delish.

    Reply
  35. finsmom says

    May 6, 2009 at 8:04 pm

    We have some friends of ours that addicted to seafood lasagna! I will have to pass on this recipe!

    I am loving your blog by the way! Your pics are great, and your recipes ROCK! 🙂

    Reply
  36. Cookin' Canuck says

    May 6, 2009 at 8:17 pm

    I love the way you cooked the seafood. This really looks good!

    http://www.cookincanuck.com

    Reply
  37. nita scot says

    May 6, 2009 at 9:07 pm

    I saw this recipe also and bookmarked it to try it. This version looks great too. Now I definitely need to make it soon.

    Reply
  38. Anonymous says

    May 6, 2009 at 9:39 pm

    Piled high with seafood goodness. Yum!

    Reply
  39. Theresa says

    May 6, 2009 at 11:16 pm

    Can’t say I ever had seafood lasagna. I always have it the traditional way. I love seafood and this looks delicious.

    Reply
  40. Kevin says

    May 6, 2009 at 11:30 pm

    renee: Broccoli would probably work if it was cut up really small. Kale, or swiss chard of maybe even just lots of fresh herbs should also work.

    Elin: The trick is to let it cool completely. I normally cut one small piece out for dinner leaving most of the lasagna untouched. I then wrap it up in plastic and place it in the fridge over night. In the morning I am able to get a nice clean cut piece.

    Reply
  41. Angela says

    May 6, 2009 at 11:34 pm

    I’ve been craving seafood lasagna and this looks like the PERFECT recipe. Thanks, for sharing, Kevin!

    Reply
  42. Anonymous says

    May 7, 2009 at 3:54 pm

    OMG this sounds wonderful! Now i want more seafood! LOL!

    Reply
  43. ThatsSoYummy says

    May 7, 2009 at 4:36 pm

    I made this lasagna the other day when I too saw it on Confections of a Foodie Bride and let me tell you it really is as delicious as it looks…

    Great job!

    Reply
  44. Karen says

    May 7, 2009 at 6:36 pm

    What could be better… seafood and lasagna.. Yummy!

    Reply
  45. Shawnda says

    May 8, 2009 at 2:29 pm

    Glad you liked the lasagna – it looks fab! And I know it tasted fab 🙂

    Reply
  46. Hillary says

    May 8, 2009 at 3:47 pm

    Something about seafood lasagna to me seems like a waste of good seafood, hiding the flavors and textures beneath layers of pasta when we could be enjoying them whole for what they are. Just my opinion though, and don’t get me wrong, this still looks good!

    Reply
  47. Elra says

    May 10, 2009 at 4:05 pm

    Never tried seafood lasagna before, tempting though!

    Reply
  48. Jeanne says

    May 11, 2009 at 2:22 pm

    Brilliant! Usually the range of lasagne stops after "meat or spinach & ricotta". This sounds sublime.

    Reply
  49. Spryte says

    May 12, 2009 at 4:15 pm

    This looks totally delish!!

    Reply
  50. Culinary Cory says

    May 14, 2009 at 10:16 pm

    I love lasagna and I think making it with seafood is a great way to add some luxury to a classic dish. Love it.

    Reply
  51. Anonymous says

    May 19, 2009 at 7:14 am

    l am very love ….. seafood .
    thank you very much for super recipes . I present cooking seafood my site for you .

    thk
    🙂

    Reply
  52. helen tilston says

    December 16, 2010 at 5:37 pm

    Served this to friends from the Press this past weekend and they and we all enjoyed every morsal. Actually I made a triple quantity and have frozen one casserole for serving on Christmas Eve
    Everyone wanted the recipe. Thanks
    Helen Tilston
    http://www.helentilstonpainter.blogspot.com

    Reply
  53. Seafood Paella says

    December 19, 2010 at 10:04 pm

    I was looking for a lasagna recipe for tomorrow night's dinner, and I think I might have found the right one. This dish looks fantastic. I can't wait to try it out with the family. Thanks for sharing

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  54. Melissa Clifford says

    April 8, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    This was excellent!

    Seafood mix I used was scallops, shrimp, lobster, and langostinos. Sorry majorly well equipped foodie here.

    I skipped the dill but had fresh thyme and used that.

    I really liked this one. Thanks for sharing! Good photo too!

    Reply
  55. Christine S says

    December 3, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    The best! I used the ingredients listed and followed the directions given. I did use Ronzoni Oven-Ready pasta and I think it added a more delicate consistency to the dish. I'll be serving this Christmas eve because it is so delicious and easy to prepare. BTW, I love how you list your directions so clearly and orderly. Will be trying your Chicken and Red Peppers lasagna next.

    Reply
  56. Helen says

    November 27, 2019 at 6:18 am

    Question . You mention in the recipe two lots of monzarella but only 1/2 a cup in the list of ingredients. 1/2 each or 1/4 each?

    Reply
    • kevin says

      November 28, 2019 at 11:19 am

      The 1 cup mozzarella is used in the ricotta and spinach mixture in the middle and the 1/2 cup mozzarella is sprinkled on top. Enjoy!

      Reply
  57. tjolsJus says

    December 18, 2019 at 11:13 pm

    Will it work with the oven ready lasagna noodles and extra water they require?

    Reply
    • kevin says

      December 22, 2019 at 4:56 pm

      Yes it will! Enjoy!

      Reply
  58. Darcy says

    March 20, 2020 at 3:54 pm

    Can I substitute parmesan? I cant find the parmigiano reggiano anywhere around here 🙁

    Reply
    • kevin says

      March 20, 2020 at 4:58 pm

      Yes, you can! Enjoy!

      Reply

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