Seafood Salad Martini With Vodka Habanero Dressing

Name: Seafood Salad Martini With Vodka Habanero Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole fresh habanero pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 ripe mango, peeled and cubed; 1 sweet red pepper, seeded and diced; 1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 carrot, peeled and diced; 1/8 cup dry mustard; 2 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed; 1/8 cup cider vinegar; 4 tablespoons vodka, unflavored; 2 1/2 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon catsup; 3 lbs fresh seafood, of choice (steamed or cooked); 8 slices celery, julienned; 8 lemon twists; 1/2 lb lump crabmeat

Servings: persons

1 whole fresh habanero pepper, seeded and chopped
1 ripe mango, peeled and cubed
1 sweet red pepper, seeded and diced
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1/8 cup dry mustard
2 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
1/8 cup cider vinegar
4 tablespoons vodka, unflavored
2 1/2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon catsup
3 lbs fresh seafood, of choice (steamed or cooked)
8 slices celery, julienned
8 lemon twists
1/2 lb lump crabmeat

1
Combine all ingredients EXCEPT seafood, and lemon and celery garnish, in a large saucepan, bring to boil and simmer for 1 hour.
2
NOTE: Combination of shrimp,scallops, mussels, and or lobster, to equal 3 pounds.
3
Puree in blender or food processor: taste and adjust seasonings.
4
NOTE: Habenero and Scotch Bonnet chilies are among the hottest available. Jalapeno is milder, if preferred. Use gloves to handle raw.
5
Cool dressing for 1 hour before serving.
6
To assemble: In a beautiful martini glass. Layer seafood and dressing to top of glass.
7
Any left over sauce may be saved and frozen.
8
Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
9
Garnish with celery and lemon twists.
10
Top with 1 ounce of crab meat per serving.

250

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole fresh habanero pepper, seeded and chopped, 1 ripe mango, peeled and cubed, 1 sweet red pepper, seeded and diced, 1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Seafood Salad Martini With Vodka Habanero Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!