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    Home » Recipes » Fish and Seafood Recipes

    35+ Seafood Lent Recipes

    Published: Mar 8, 2022 · Modified: Apr 7, 2022 by Nadja Belgrave · This post may contain affiliate links

    Are you looking for simple Lent Recipes to try this year? Don't look further. Here you'll find seafood recipes to inspire your cooking and share it with your family. Most likely, you'll add them to your lunch or weeknight dinner ideas after Lent Season is over.

    Lent Season begins on Ash Wednesday and lasts 40 days, ending on Easter Sunday. This is an important time for Christians, in which they practice fasting and abstinence from meat(beef, chicken, pork, and lamb).

    During this period on all Fridays, they prefer to eat mostly seafood in general, eggs, milk, veggies, fruits, and grains.

    Do you struggle to get new ideas on what to eat during Lent? No worries, I got you covered with this list of meatless seafood recipes for you to add to your Lent-friendly meals recipe collection.

    Below you'll find a categorized collection of recipes by type of seafood so you can select your favorite. Use the menu to jump to the section you want to review.

    Jump to:
    • 🐟 Cod Recipes
    • 🍣 Salmon Recipes
    • 🐠 Tuna Recipes
    • 🍤 Shrimp Recipes
    • 🦀 Other Seafood Recipes

    🐟 Cod Recipes

    Cod is one of the fishes most Latin countries turn to when this time comes. In Panama, we mostly find it in its salted form. Check out this guide on removing the salt from salted cod and prepare some recipes listed here.

    una olla con bacalao con papas decorado con culantro
    1. Salted Cod Stew
    Try this delicious Panamanian style salted cod stew with potatoes (Bacalao con papas), perfect for Lent or Easter or whenever you prefer. You find cod all year round so you can enjoy it whenever you like.
    2. Oven Baked Cod Oreganata
    This is one of the Best Oven Baked Cod Oreganata recipes. Sprinkle cod fillets with a seasoned bread crumb and Parmesan cheese mixture and bake to a tender goodness.
    By Amy Casey Cooks.
    3. Baked Cod with Ritz Cracker Topping - New England Style
    This easy Baked Cod with buttery Ritz cracker crumb topping is standard fare in New England. Popular baked cod in the Boston area.
    By Mom Foodie.
    4. Air Fryer Frozen Fish Fillets
    There is no better way to cook frozen fish fillets than the air fryer. The crispy breaded cod is ready in 20 minutes.
    By The Short Order Cook.
    a top view of a bowl with cod fish fritters and a couple over parchment paper.
    5. Saltfish Fritters (Torrejitas de Bacalao)
    Try these delicious cod fish fritters, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with that flavorful cod taste, the perfect appetizer!
    6. Pecan Crusted Cod
    This Pecan Crusted Cod is low-carb, gluten free and keto friendly and ready in under 20 minutes!
    By What a Girl Eats.
    7. Bacalao a la Vizcaina - Spanish Salt Cod Fish Stew
    Bacalao a la Vizcaina is a delicious Spanish salt cod dish from the Basque region of Spain, that’s popular in Bilbao as well as Mexico, Guatemala and throughout the rest of Latin America.
    By A Taste for Travel.
    a top view of a bowl with cod fish fritters and a couple over parchment paper.
    8. Saltfish Fritters (Torrejitas de Bacalao)
    Try these delicious cod fish fritters, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with that flavorful cod taste, the perfect appetizer!

    🍣 Salmon Recipes

    If you're a salmon fan, here are some fantastic recipes, that are simple to make with different flavors for you to try!

    Honey Teriyaki salmon fillet on a baking sheet.
    9. Honey Teriyaki Salmon
    This easy 6-ingredients Honey Teriyaki Salmon will make your dinner life easy, and it just takes 25 minutes from start to finish!
    10. Salmon and Orzo One-Pan Dinner
    Minimal cleanup and fuss, but lots of flavor in this EASY one-pot salmon and orzo dinner. Kid-friendly and perfect for weeknights.
    By Good in the Simple.
    Mediterranean Crusted Salmon: Mix, Bake and Enjoy | nashifood.com
    11. Mediterranean Crusted Salmon
    Greek cuisine inspired, baked Mediterranean crusted salmon, is coated with feta cheese, panko bread crumbs and dried herbs. A perfect weeknight dinner that will only take 30 minutes to bake.
    12. Oven Roasted Garlic Adobo Mexican Salmon
    This perfectly roast Mexican salmon in the oven, uses lots of spices to pack a punch of flavor and ready in 30 minutes.
    By Homebodyeats.
    Stuffed salmon fillet on aluminium foil paper
    13. Stuffed spinach and cream cheese salmon fillets
    Stuffed salmon fillet with spinach and cream cheese, easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes. 
    14. Instant Pot Salmon Tikka Masala (Pressure Cooker)
    Salmon Tikka Masala made in the instant pot is super flavorful, warm and creamy, perfect to satisfy those curry cravings. Marinated salmon steamed along with tikka masala curry sauce in the pressure cooker.
    By Piping Pot Curry.
    15. Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
    Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon requires just 7 simple & easy ingredients so you can get dinner on the table in just 12 minutes!
    By When is Dinner.
    Two salmon patties served on a plate over lettuce.
    16. Potato & Salmon Fish Cakes
    Potato and salmon fish cakes are not only a quick and easy dinner idea that everyone will love, they’re also inexpensive and very nutritious!
    By Christina's Cucina.

    🐠 Tuna Recipes

    Canned tuna is an affordable option here you'll find appetizers, lunch and dinner ideas with it.

    A stack of six tuna cakes with a dollop of tartar sauce.
    17. Easy Tuna Cakes
    Easy tuna cakes that take 15 minutes and less than 10 ingredients to prepare and cook! A perfect lent dinner idea.
    18. Tomato and Olive Tuna Casserole
    As easy as boiling some pasta, mixing in a handful of other ingredients, topping with cheese, and throwing it into the oven. Easily meal prepped making it perfect for a busy day.
    By Whole Food Bellies.
    19. Tostada de Atún
    Tostada de Atún (Tuna Tostada) is a budget-friendly, light, and delicious recipe.
    By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.
    20. Spinach Tuna Melt
    This Spinach Tuna Melt recipe is everything you love about a tuna melt except with the added nutrition of spinach that even kids will love!
    By Served from Scartch.
    21. Tuna Salad
    A quick and healthy classic tuna salad makes an excellent sandwich filling or a protein-packed topping on mixed greens or lettuce leaves.
    By Muy Bueno Cooking.
    22. Easy Buffalo Tuna Dip
    This yummy Buffalo Tuna Dip is so easy to make and can be made on the stove or slow cooker! It makes the perfect appetizer, snack, or you can eat it with some crunchy veggies for a simple lunch. You can eat it hot or cold, whichever you prefer!
    By Munchy Goddess.

    🍤 Shrimp Recipes

    If Shrimp is your thing, I got you covered! Some skewers, others with pasta and fantastic sauces that you can serve with white rice and veggies.

    Top view of a plate with pasta and shrimps and a spoon with cilantro lime sauce.
    23. Cilantro Lime Pasta with Shrimp
    This cilantro lime pasta with shrimp is what happens when two amazing food cultures collide: Italian and Thai! It’s quick, easy and bursting with flavor!
    By Get On My Plate.
    24. Spicy Honey Garlic Shrimp
    This honey garlic shrimp recipe is the best and the perfect combination of spicy and sweet! Ready in about 30 minutes for an easy recipe!
    By Kathryn’s Kitchen.
    top view of shrimp scampi served on a plate.
    25. Simple Shrimp Scampi Recipe
    A quick and easy weeknight dinner idea, this fancy-looking yet simple shrimp scampi recipe with garlic is sure to impress the entire family!
    By Sustain my Cooking Habit.
    26. Sheet Pan Lemon Pepper Shrimp Skewers
    How to make flavorful and juicy lemon pepper shrimp broiled on a sheet pan in under 10 minutes
    By A Dash of Jazz.
    27. Coconut Milk Shrimp Curry
    Wholesome shrimp curry prepared with coconut milk and spices. Inspired by other Asian curries, this is a homemade curry in a hurry!
    By Masala Herb.
    four chipotle lime shrimp skewers on a plate.
    28. Chipotle Lime Shrimp Skewers Recipe
    Looking for easy appetizers perfect for game night or get-togethers? Try this Chipotle Lime Shrimp Skewers Recipe! They are delicious and so easy to make plus, you only need a few simple ingredients.
    By More with Less Today.
    29. Bang Bang Shrimp
    A delicious Bang Bang Shrimp recipe served with a tangy bang bang shrimp sauce. Made in minutes on your stovetop.
    By Organized Island.

    🦀 Other Seafood Recipes

    In this section, you'll find squid, tilapia, and more. There are some fancier options like crab legs and scallops. Browse around and find your favorite from this group.

    un bowl de arroz con tinta de calamar
    30. Squid Ink Fried Rice
    Try this delicious Squid ink fried rice recipe, made with canned squid in its ink. Easy and quick to make with leftover rice, the perfect recipe for Lent or any other occasion when you want to eat seafood.
    31. Easy Tilapia and Mango Fish Tacos
    These fresh and flavorful mango fish tacos are made with fried fresh tilapia and topped with a sweet and spicy fresh mango salsa and tangy blue cheese.
    By 3 Boys and a Dog.
    32. Crispy Fried Fish
    Crispy Fried Fish is so easy to make pan fried! This fish fry is a simple & delicious recipe that’s great for Lent or any time of the year.
    By Cincy Shopper.
    33. Blackened Swordfish
    A savory and spicy seasoning blend makes a delicious blackened swordfish. The fish cooks very fast on the grill and is so flavorful!
    By Debs Daily Dish.
    34. Easy Air Fryer Parmesan-Crusted Tilapia
    In less than 10 minutes, you can enjoy hand-breaded Parmesan-Crusted Tilapia made in your air fryer; it’s so easy! The best part is you don’t even have to thaw the frozen fish fillets! I’ll show you how to make them, step-by-step.
    By Grits and Gouda.
    35. Mediterranean Fish with Tomato and Olive Tapenade
    Give your fish a Mediterranean makeover with this tapenade topped beauty. So gourmet, yet so easy!
    By Gypsy Plate.
    36. Pistachio-Crusted Scallops
    Pistachio-crusted scallops seared to perfection and dusted with crushed pistachios and lemon zest make a perfect addition to any meal!
    By The Healthy Epicurean.
    37. Garlic Butter Spiced Crab Legs
    If you are a FAN of Crabs then you will love this “Garlic butter spiced crab legs” recipe. Get ready to dig in & taste this YUMMY spiced garlicky meat!
    By The Mediterranean Chick.
    38. Frutti di Mare an Italian Classic
    You’re going to love my Frutti di Mare. This easy to make Classic Italian seafood dish will be as good if not better than your favorite Italian restaurant!
    By Chef Dennis.
    three tilapia fillets served over lettuce on a plate.
    39. Honey Soy Glazed Pan-fried Tilapia
    A simple and delicious Asian-inspired fish recipe! Crispy tilapia drizzled with a sticky, oh-so-good honey soy glaze, topped with lots of chopped cilantro. 
    By Joyous Apron.
    40. Seafood Gnocchi Soup
    Seafood and Gnocchi soup combines shrimp and crab meat with a delicious, creamy white wine sauce that’s sure to please any seafood lover.
    By Son Shine Kitchen.
    Two crusted swai fillets with broccoli and lemon slices served on a plate.
    41. BBQ Potato Chip Baked Swai
    Let’s take advantage of seasonal seafood sales, and use a big bag of fish in today’s flavorful (& easy) BBQ Potato Chip Baked Swai!
    By Mashup Mom.

    If you try any of these Lent food ideas, please rate the recipes and leave a comment on the recipe page! This helps in showing it to more people.

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