Big Daddy's House Season 2 Episode 7 Big Fresh Catch

Big Daddy's House Season 2 Episode 7: Big Fresh Catch

In this episode of Big Daddy's House, celebrity chef Aaron McCargo Jr. focuses on cooking the freshest seafood. Aaron takes viewers on an adventure to the Jersey Shore where he goes crabbing and fishing for the catch of the day.

Aaron starts off by sharing some insightful tips to make sure that you’re always cooking with the freshest and best quality seafood. He shares with viewers the importance of buying seafood from a reputable source and how to discern the freshest catch. Once the ingredients are selected, Aaron prepares several mouthwatering dishes that highlight the flavor and texture of the seafood.

One of the dishes Aaron prepares is a simple and delicious appetizer, Shrimp and Crab Cocktail with Avocado Salsa. He mixes crabmeat and shrimp together with a few seasonings, then serves it atop sliced avocados. Aaron’s favorite cocktail sauce adds some sweetness and tanginess to the dish. He recommends making it a day ahead for maximum flavor.

Next, Aaron shows viewers how to cook the perfect scallops. He guides viewers through the process of searing scallops and how to time them for optimal flavor and texture. He prepares a spicy Chipotle Lime Butter to give the scallops a bold and tangy flavor. The scallops are served with a side of Stir-Fry Veggies with Pasta.

One of the signature dishes in this episode is Monkfish with Citrus and Herbs. Aaron first seasons the fish with Cajun seasoning before cooking it to golden perfection. He then adds a mixture of butter, garlic, and herbs along with the fresh citrus juice. The play between the slight saltiness of the fish and the zesty flavors makes for a truly delectable dish. Aaron serves the dish with some creamy and luscious Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Green Onion.

Another fantastic dish that Aaron shares is Stuffed Flounder with Crab and Corn. He starts by sauteing a vegetable mix for the stuffing before adding some fresh crab meat and corn. Once the stuffing is mixed, Aaron stuffs the flounder fillets, which are then baked to the perfect flakiness. He loves to serve this dish with a Snowflake White Rice and Green Salad on the side.

Finally, Aaron shows viewers how to properly grill a fish. He shares the correct grilling techniques, from seasoning and oiling the fish to understanding when the fish is cooked through. As a finishing touch, he serves grouper with his Homemade Remoulade Sauce and Grilled Corn on the Cob with Cilantro Lime Butter.

This episode of Big Daddy's House is sure to inspire home cooks to prepare fresh seafood with confidence. Aaron’s passion for using the freshest ingredients elevates the flavor of the dishes he prepares, and his expertise and tips make this episode both entertaining and informative. From appetizer to entree, the seafood dishes in this episode are sure to be a family favorite.