Seafood is a staple along the coast. What better time to enjoy it than this winter? From gumbo to chowder and everything in between, there is something for the seafood lover to dig into.
Fish in season during the winter months on the coast include black drum, flounder, sheepshead, vermilion snapper and triggerfish. Enjoy spending time on the water and bringing home fresh-caught fish for the family. Or head to a local market to pick up the day’s catch to cook at home. Make an evening of it by choosing a flavorful meal presented by any of the numerous seafood restaurants along the coast.
In addition to fish, the winter months also provide oysters, mussels, clams and crab. These appetizing shellfish are enjoyable on their own or in a dish. With the temperatures dropping, a hot bowl of chowder or gumbo will have your taste buds dancing and will warm you from the inside out. You may opt for Creole dishes such as jambalaya or étouffée.
Search for recipes online to cook yourself or stop by a restaurant. Either way, you’re sure to fall in love with the flavors of Southern Alabama.