The Royal Seafood Feast is an elegant Thai-inspired seafood platter featuring premium seafood such as prawns, scallops, squid, mussels, and fish, paired with fragrant jasmine rice and Thailand’s famous spicy-sour seafood dipping sauce (Nam Jim Seafood). Thai seafood cuisine emphasizes fresh ingredients, balanced flavors, and vibrant dipping sauces made with lime, garlic, chilies, and fish sauce.

Why You'll Love This Dish

  • Premium seafood variety in one spectacular meal
  • Authentic Thai flavors with spicy seafood sauce
  • Perfect for family gatherings and celebrations
  • Rich in protein and nutrients
  • Restaurant-quality presentation at home

Preparation Time

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Servings: 6–8

Ingredients

For the Seafood Feast

  • 500g large prawns, cleaned
  • 300g scallops
  • 300g squid rings
  • 500g mussels, cleaned
  • 400g white fish fillets
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

For Thai Seafood Dipping Sauce (Nam Jim Seafood)

  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 6 green chilies
  • 3 red chilies
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • 3 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp palm sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro

Thai seafood dipping sauce traditionally combines garlic, chilies, lime juice, and fish sauce to create a balance of spicy, sour, salty, and slightly sweet flavors.

For Serving

  • Steamed jasmine rice
  • Lime wedges
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Sliced cucumber
  • Lettuce leaves

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Seafood Sauce

  1. Blend garlic, chilies, cilantro, and palm sugar.
  2. Add lime juice and fish sauce.
  3. Blend until smooth.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 2: Season the Seafood

  1. Combine seafood in a large bowl.
  2. Add garlic, white pepper, fish sauce, lime juice, and salt.
  3. Toss gently and marinate for 15 minutes.

Step 3: Cook the Seafood

Grill the Prawns and Squid

  1. Heat a grill or grill pan.
  2. Cook prawns for 2–3 minutes per side.
  3. Grill squid for 1–2 minutes per side.

Sear the Scallops

  1. Heat oil in a skillet.
  2. Sear scallops for 2 minutes on each side until golden.

Steam the Mussels

  1. Place mussels in a steamer.
  2. Steam for 5–7 minutes until opened.

Cook the Fish

  1. Grill or steam fish fillets until flaky.
  2. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime.

Thai seafood is often grilled, steamed, or lightly cooked to preserve its natural sweetness and texture.

Step 4: Assemble the Royal Feast

  1. Arrange seafood attractively on a large serving platter.
  2. Place the seafood sauce in the center.
  3. Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and cucumber.
  4. Serve alongside jasmine rice.

Chef's Tips

  • Use the freshest seafood available.
  • Avoid overcooking scallops and squid.
  • Prepare the dipping sauce several hours ahead for deeper flavor.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.

Variations

Luxury Version

Add lobster tails, oysters, or king crab legs for an even more extravagant feast.

Spicy Royal Feast

Increase the number of chilies in the dipping sauce.

Tropical Feast

Serve with grilled pineapple and mango salad.

What to Serve With Royal Seafood Feast

  • Jasmine rice
  • Coconut rice
  • Thai papaya salad
  • Stir-fried morning glory
  • Fresh tropical fruit platter

Storage

  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.
  • Store seafood sauce separately.
  • Reheat seafood gently to maintain tenderness.

Final Thoughts

The Royal Seafood Feast showcases the very best of Thai coastal cuisine. Featuring an assortment of premium seafood, aromatic rice, and a vibrant Nam Jim Seafood dipping sauce, this impressive platter delivers the perfect balance of spicy, sour, salty, and fresh flavors that make Thai seafood dining unforgettable.