When the summer heat hits Wrightsville Beach, the last thing you want to do is crank up the
oven or spend hours over a stove. At Motts Channel Seafood, we believe the best meals
this time of year are fresh, flavorful, and fast! This leaves more time for sunshine and salt
air.
Whether you’re hosting friends on the porch or enjoying a chill night with the fam, here are a
few light and breezy seafood recipes that make the most of summer (featuring our fresh
seafood, of course!) without making you break a sweat.
Chilled Shrimp Cocktail Cups
Nothing beats local shrimp, especially when served cold with a zesty homemade cocktail
sauce.
Quick Tip: Boil a batch of our fresh local shrimp with lemon and Old Bay, chill them, and
serve in individual cups with shredded lettuce and a lemon wedge. Instant crowd-pleaser!
Simple Summer Poke Bowl
Skip the takeout—poke is easier than you think.
Use fresh tuna or salmon from Motts Channel Seafood, dice it up, and toss with soy sauce,
sesame oil, and a little sriracha. Serve over cold jasmine rice with cucumber, avocado, and
a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Crab-Stuffed Avocados
A refreshing twist on traditional crab salad.
Mix fresh crabmeat with a little mayo, lime juice, chopped celery, and fresh herbs. Scoop
into halved avocados and serve chilled. It’s rich, cool, and perfect for a summer lunch.
YUM.
No-Cook Oyster Shooters
Straight from our case, our local oysters are clean, briny, and ready to enjoy raw.
Serve them with cocktail sauce, a splash of vodka (or not!), and a dash of hot sauce.
They’re the ultimate bite-sized refresher.
Stay Cool and Eat Local
With seafood this fresh, you don’t need to do much to let the flavor shine. Drop by Motts
Channel Seafood this summer to stock up on local shrimp, fish, oysters, and more—
perfect for creating easy meals that let you beat the heat and still eat like a king.
Motts Channel Seafood — We catch it – you cook it! Even wild-caught red snapper!
Come see us dockside and make your next summer meal unforgettable.
Easy Summer Recipes That Keep You Out of the Kitchen
