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Braised Beef Belly, Bay Scallops and Other Trending Recipes

Braised Beef Belly, Bay Scallops and Other Trending Recipes

Plus more dinner ideas!

Rhys
May 04, 2025

Surf and turf was a big search trend this past week!

With Spring in full force, people are barbequing and looking for fresh seafood recipes more than ever.

I’m personally excited for the BBQ Chicken Pizza with Smoked Gouda but there’s more dinner ideas than just that! And the best part? Most of them are 45min and under

Hope you enjoy! — Rhys

Braised Beef Belly, Bay Scallops and Other Trending Recipes

1. Seared Ahi Tuna with Sesame Crust

A quick, restaurant-worthy dish with bold sesame flavor and a perfect pink center.

SESAME CRUSTED AHI TUNA by Fish Bones Grill

Seared “rare” with jasmine rice, stir-fry & crispy wontons
30m • 2 servings

2. BBQ Chicken Pizza with Smoked Gouda

Smoky, cheesy, and loaded with BBQ chicken goodness on a crispy crust.

BBQ PIZZA by Harry & Izzy's

Choice of chicken or shrimp, smoked Gouda, red onion, cilantro.
30m • 4 servings

3. Bay Scallop Pasta with White Wine Butter Sauce

Tender scallops tossed in a silky, buttery white wine sauce over pasta.

PAN-SEARED SEA SCALLOPS by The Original Vinnie's Neighborhood Italian

linguini with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, capers, red onion, and white wine butter sauce
30m • 4 servings

4. Bay Scallop Parmigiana Bake

Golden baked scallops layered with marinara, melty mozzarella, and crisp breadcrumbs.

Baked Bay Scallops + Parmesan Crust by Blue Water Cafe

Tomato and caper relish, spinach, toasted bread crumbs, lemon butter with fresh thyme
40m • 4 servings

5. Roasted Bone Marrow with Herb Salad

Rich, buttery roasted marrow balanced by a fresh, zippy herb salad.

Roasted Bone Marrow by The Blackbird Restaurant

Parsley Caper Lemon Salad, Toasted Bread
45m • 4 servings

6. Braised Beef Belly with Spiced Rub

Tender, juicy beef belly braised with smoky, aromatic, umami flavours.

Braised Beef Belly by Oak Steakhouse

pea puree, morel mushrooms, hot honey shallot sauce, asparagus twists
4h • 4 servings

7. Butter-Basted Steak with Rosemary Butter

A juicy steak seared and basted in sizzling butter, garlic, and fresh rosemary.

Grilled Strip Steak by SqWires Restaurant & Market

Boursin whipped potatoes, truffle wild mushrooms, rosemary butter
45m • 2 servings

8. Beetroot Carpaccio with Goat Cheese

Thinly sliced roasted beets topped with creamy blue cheese and watercress.

Beet Carpaccio by The Bellwether (Link)

Blue cheese snow, pickled onion, watercress, orange dijon caper vinaigrette, balsamic reduction
2h • 4 servings

9. Bar la Grassa-Inspired Gnocchi with Cauliflower and Orange

Pillowy gnocchi tossed with roasted cauliflower and a bright citrus finish.

GNOCCHI W/CAULIFLOWER & ORANGE by Bar La Grassa

Delight in our tender gnocchi tossed with roasted cauliflower and a zesty orange sauce, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
30m • 4 servings

10. Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (Browns Socialhouse Style)

Nutty brown butter makes these cookies chewy, crispy, and totally addictive.

Brown Butter Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies by Oak Steakhouse

2 Cookies
1h • 2 servings

11. Brunos-Inspired Italian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Juicy, tender meatballs simmered in a robust, garlicky tomato sauce.

Meatball by The Pasta Villa

Savory meatballs made from a blend of seasoned ground meat, herbs, and spices, served in a rich tomato sauce.
30m • 4 servings

12. Spicy Korean BBQ Beef (Bulgogi Inspired)

Sweet, savory, and spicy marinated beef grilled to caramelized perfection.

Bulgogi 불고기 by Bebap Korean Eats

korean bbq beef- thinly sliced top sirloin and ribeye marinated in sweet garlic soy sauce and korean pear
45m • 4 servings

13. Eastern European Dumplings with Beet Sauce

Tender dumplings dressed in a vibrant, sweet-and-savory beet reduction.

Pelmeni Dumplings by Crepes Tea House

These Eastern European style dumplings are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, onions, and spices, offering a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for enjoying on its own or with a dip...
1h 30m • 6 servings