Best 7 Seafood Mousse Recipes

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Seafood mousse is a light and airy dish made from seafood, cream, and eggs. It can be served as an appetizer or main course, and is often garnished with herbs, lemon zest, or caviar. Seafood mousse is a classic French dish, and there are many different recipes available. This article will provide you with some tips on how to make the best seafood mousse, including the best types of seafood to use, how to cook the seafood properly, and how to make a smooth and creamy mousse.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP MOLD



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A great shrimp appetizer! Serve with crackers or toasted French bread.

Provided by B. Gisclair

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Shrimp Dip Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
2 (.25 ounce) envelopes unflavored gelatin
½ cup cold water
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise
1 pound cooked shrimp
1 cup minced celery
½ cup green onions, minced

Steps:

  • Heat soup in a small saucepan or in a microwave oven.
  • In a medium bowl, stir gelatin into cold water. Mix hot tomato soup into the gelatin liquid.
  • In a medium size mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise together. Mix soup mixture into the mayonnaise and cream cheese mixture. Mix well. Add shrimp, celery, and green onions.
  • Spoon the mixture into a 1 quart mold and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, but preferably overnight. Unmold onto a serving plate before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 231.2 mg, Fat 48.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 924.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

SHRIMP MOUSSE



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Fast and easy, delightful and gauranteed to please. Need to refrigerate to set mold. Recipe given by Janice Boehm

Provided by Southern Lady

Categories     Spreads

Time 13m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (6 ounce) cans baby shrimp
10 3/4 ounces tomato soup
1 (1/4 ounce) envelope unflavored gelatin
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Drain shrimp and rinse well. Set aside.
  • Bring undiluted soup to a low boil (watch not to splatter).
  • Dissolve the gelatin in 1/2 cup warm water, add to soup and stir well.
  • Beat cream cheese and mayonnaise together.
  • Add the tomato soup and beat mixing well.
  • Fold in celery and onion with a wooden spoon.
  • Fold in the shrimp, being careful not to break shrimp.
  • Pour into a nice mold and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  • Serve with party crackers that aren't heavily flavored.

SEAFOOD MOUSSE



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Seafood Mousse is a very good spread to use at a family gathering or at a party. It was given to me by a dear friend.

Provided by LINDA GEBHARDT

Categories     Shrimp Appetizers

Time 10h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cooked shrimp, minced
¾ cup minced onion
¾ cup minced celery
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 envelope (1 tablespoon) unflavored gelatin
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat soup and add cream cheese. Heat until cheese is dissolved into the soup. Dissolve gelatin into the soup mixture and add lemon juice, mayonnaise, onion, celery and shrimp. Cook until heated through.
  • Grease a 6 cup fish mold or other mold with extra mayonnaise or non-stick spray. Fill mold firmly with mixture. Smooth off the top and chill in refrigerator overnight.
  • Invert mold onto platter and shake to release the mousse from mold. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 107.8 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 611.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

TOMATO SHRIMP MOUSSE



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Make and share this Tomato Shrimp Mousse recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 1/2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise or 1 cup salad dressing
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups shrimp, cooked, peeled, deveined, and chopped (about 2 lb)
1 cup celery, finely chopped
1/3 cup onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat soup just to boiling.
  • Soften gelatine in cold water in a large bowl.
  • Pour hot soup over gelatine.
  • Stir until dissolved.
  • Beat in cream cheese and next 4 ingredients.
  • Stir in shrimp, celery and onions.
  • Pour mixture into a 1 1/2 quart mold.
  • Chill until firm.
  • Can be refrigerated over night or 24 hours.
  • Unmold on platter.
  • This can be used as a spread for crackers for hors d' oeuvres or molded in a square Pyrex casserole and cut out in separate servings as an entree for luncheon or dinner.
  • Serve on lettuce leaf with a green vegetable and fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 23.4, Sodium 397.8, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 4.6, Protein 3.2

CREAMY SHRIMP MOUSSE



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Folks will think you're spoiling them when you serve this wonderful shrimp mousse! Molded in a ring, it looks fancy even as it feeds a crowd.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup mayonnaise
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
6 tablespoons cold water
1 can (6 ounces) small shrimp, rinsed and drained or 1/3 cup cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
Lettuce leaves
Fresh parsley, optional
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the soup, cream cheese and mayonnaise. Cook and stir over medium heat until smooth; remove from the heat; set aside. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. , Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly. Add the shrimp, onion, celery and cream cheese mixture. , Transfer to a lightly greased 6-cup mold. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. , Unmold onto a lettuce-lined serving plate. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve with crackers. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SEAFOOD AND FISH MOUSSE SAUSAGE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, appetizer, main course

Time 40m

Yield about 12 sausages

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds skinned and boned salmon
2 egg whites
1 1/3 cups creme fraiche
Salt and white pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped mushrooms
1 cup lobster tail and claw meat cut into chunks
1/4 cup coarsely cut shrimp
5 tablespoons Pernod or Sambucca
1/4 teaspoon anise seeds
3 tablespoons minced green onion

Steps:

  • Chill processor bowl and metal blade in refrigerator.
  • Cut chilled salmon into large pieces, and process until smooth. You may need to do this in several batches.
  • With motor running slowly add egg whites and cr eme fra^iche.
  • Place salmon in bowl with salt and pepper, paprika, parsley, lobster, shrimp, Pernod, anise seeds and green onion.
  • Using sausage stuffer, stuff into casing, and tie off at 3-inch intervals.
  • Poach in salted water for 15 minutes. To serve, reheat in poaching liquid.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 200, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 261 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

SHRIMP MOUSSE (MOUSSE DE CREVETTES)



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Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     dinner, dips and spreads

Time 10m

Yield About 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 egg
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Put the shrimp and egg into the container of a food processor. Add salt, pepper, cayenne and nutmeg. Blend to a fine puree.
  • With the motor on, gradually add the cream. Test the seasonings by dropping a teaspoon of the mousse mixture into a little boiling salted water. Cook until it is slightly firm. Drain and taste. If desired, add more seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 160, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 348 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use fresh, high-quality seafood: The fresher the seafood, the better your mousse will taste. Look for seafood that is firm and has a mild, briny smell.
  • Cook the seafood properly: Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy. To avoid this, cook the seafood just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Use a food processor or blender to make the mousse: This will help you create a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Season the mousse to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add herbs, citrus zest, or other flavorings.
  • Chill the mousse before serving: This will help it to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Seafood mousse is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover seafood, and it is also a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make a delicious seafood mousse at home.

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