With only a few days left until the end of 2022, those who want to welcome the new year with their loved ones at a beautiful table have begun searching for New Year's Eve menus. Fish and seafood stand out as a great choice for those who want to create a celebration table, both for their benefits and their taste.

In many countries around the world, serving fish and seafood in New Year's Eve meals is considered a tradition. Whether it's intimate family meals or grand celebrations, dishes from the sea are included in many recipes from appetizers to salads, main courses to desserts.

Rich in Protein and High in Omega-3

The reason fish and seafood are so indispensable is not only because of their taste but also because of their benefits. They are not only a good source of protein but also contain minerals such as potassium, magnesium, zinc, selenium, phosphorus, iodine, and iron. Moreover, they are high in omega-3 fatty acids, essential for our bodies, as our bodies cannot produce them and they need to be consumed through food.

Thanks to these properties, fish and seafood support immunity, provide protective effects against many diseases, and increase body resistance.

Experts recommend that both children and adults consume fish at least twice a week regularly. For healthy eating, it is also recommended to include plenty of seasonal vegetables alongside fish.

Dardanel, Turkey's expert in fish and seafood, bringing together the healthiest and freshest flavors selected from the oceans, is ready to be the star of the New Year's Eve table with products ranging from tuna to frozen items. Renowned chef Somer Sivrioğlu, combining his culinary expertise with Dardanel flavors, has prepared a special recipe for tonight.

For the New Year's Eve Table, a Recipe from Renowned Chef Somer Sivrioğlu:

DARDANEL JUMBO SHRIMP AND SALMON PEARL COUSCOUS PILAF

Ingredients:

200g Dardanel Jumbo Shrimp

200g Dardanel Salmon Fillet

2 tablespoons olive oil

½ onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tomato, diced

300g pearl couscous

A pinch of salt

A pinch of black pepper

1 tablespoon cream

2 cups water

½ cup grated parmesan cheese

4 sprigs parsley

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pot. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until golden brown.
2. Add pearl couscous and sauté until it changes color.
3. Once the couscous is nicely toasted, add diced tomato, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
4. Pour in water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 8 minutes until the couscous is cooked.
5. While the couscous is cooking, cube the salmon fillet. Heat olive oil in a pan, then add shrimp and salmon cubes. Sauté briefly.
6. Add the shrimp and salmon mixture to the couscous. Cover and let it cook for another 8 minutes until the shrimp and salmon are cooked through.
7. Once cooked, remove from heat. Stir in cream and grated parmesan cheese. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with parsley before serving. Enjoy your Dardanel Jumbo Shrimp and Salmon Pearl Couscous Pilaf!