The Christmas and New Year period is one of the busiest times of the year for seafood products. Restaurants introduce special menus, retailers prepare seasonal displays, and families plan their holiday dinners weeks in advance.
But here’s what many buyers overlook: the supply chain doesn’t wait for December. Frozen seafood shipments from Southeast Asia typically require 4 – 6 weeks of lead time, and production lines may already be operating at full capacity by the time you place your order.
Here are 10 seafood dishes to consider for the upcoming holiday season. LP Foods can help you turn these ideas into market ready products that meet your requirements and seasonal timeline.
- Fried Calamari
- Fritto Misto Di Mare
- Steamed Clams
- Linguine with Clam Sauce
- Seafood Marinara and Cioppino
- Shrimp Scampi Salad
- Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
- Grilled Cajun Lime Shrimp Skewers
- Thai Coconut Curry Soup with Shrimp
- Fish Tacos
Crispy Appetizers
Fried Calamari: A Classic Holiday Starter.
Golden squid rings served with marinara sauce or aioli are a popular appetizer on restaurant menus from November through January.
Recommended products: Breaded/Dusted Squid Rings or Squid Tubes, cut to your specification.
Fritto Misto Di Mare: Italy’s Iconic Mixed Seafood Fry
This Italian favorite combines shrimp, squid rings, and fish pieces coated in a light, crispy batter. It is widely featured on European holiday menus and is also gaining popularity in the United States.
Recommended Product: Seafood Mix, Breaded Seafood Mix, Squid Rings.
Clam Dishes
Steamed Clams: A New England Holiday Tradition.
Whole clams steamed with white wine, butter, and garlic create a simple yet elegant dish that remains in high demand throughout the festive season.
Recommended Product: Cooked Whole Shell Clams (white or brown shell)
Linguine with Clam Sauce: A Coastal Italian Classic
Whether prepared with a white sauce using olive oil, garlic, and white wine or a red sauce made with San Marzano tomatoes, the key ingredient remains the same: quality clam meat.
Recommended Product: Cooked Clam Meat, sourced from Vietnam.
Seafood Centerpieces
Seafood Marinara and Cioppino: Festive Seafood Stews
These rich, tomato based seafood stews are popular centerpieces for holiday dinners in the United States and Southern Europe.
Filled with shrimp, squid, mussels, and fish, these dishes require reliable volume and consistent quality. A well sourced seafood mix provides a convenient and dependable solution.
Recommended Product: Raw/Cooked Seafood Mix, Fish Pie Mix.
Shrimp – The Holiday Star
Shrimp Scampi Salad: A Light and Festive Option
Garlic butter shrimp served over fresh spinach with lemon vinaigrette creates a refreshing dish for holiday appetizers or lunch menus.
Recommended Product: Vannamei Shrimp PD or PTO, raw or cooked.
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp: A Party Favorite
Jumbo shrimp wrapped in bacon and cooked until crispy have become a popular choice for holiday gatherings in the United States. This appetizer is easy to prepare and ready in just a few minutes.
Product: Vannamei or Black Tiger Shrimp, HLSO or PTO, larger sizes (16/20, 21/25).
Grilled Cajun Lime Shrimp Skewers: Bold and Versatile
These smoky, spicy, and citrus flavored skewers work well for everything from casual holiday barbecues to restaurant special menus.
Product: Shrimp Skewers (raw or marinated), Marinated Shrimp — Cajun seasoning available.
Thai Coconut Curry Soup with Shrimp: Comfort Food with an Asian Twist
Creamy coconut broth, lemongrass, lime leaves, and plump shrimp. Increasingly appearing on US and European winter menus as consumers embrace global flavors.
Product: Vannamei Shrimp (HLSO/PD), or Gourmet Ready Meal format (Thai Curry sauce).
Fish
Fish Tacos: A Fresh and Flexible Menu Option
A year-round favorite that spikes during the holidays, especially in the US. Light-dusted pangasius or snapper portions are the ideal base.
Product: Lightly Dusted Pangasius Fillets, Snapper Portions, Mahi Mahi Portions.
The Clock Is Ticking
Our operation in Vietnam and Indonesia is near-full capacity heading into Q4. Secure your holiday orders early to ensure that your products are prepared in the right format, meet your quality requirements, and align with your business standards.
Would you like to learn more about our pricing, ordering procedures, and quality control processes?
Contact LP Foods now to lock in your holiday orders before production slots fill up.
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