Fish and seafoodBreton recipes with a taste of the sea

Fish and seafood: recipes with iodine flavours

In Brittany, Breton recipes for fish and seafood reveal all the savoir-faire of a simple and generous cuisine, deeply rooted in Breton gastronomy. Between land and sea, each dish tells a story: from the oysters of Cancale to the scallops of the Bay of Saint-Brieuc, not forgetting the grilled sea bass fillets. Caught close to the harbours, these treasures of the sea are meticulously prepared to bring out their flavour and freshness. Discover these delicious, authentic and easy-to-prepare recipes that will let you rediscover the flavour and generosity of Breton seafood.

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Seasonal dishes

In autumn, Breton recipes for fish and seafood warm up the plates: pollack, monkfish, mussels or scallops, all sublimated by seasonal vegetables, for a perfect balance between land and sea.

All seafood dishes from the Pink Granite Coast

The essentials of Breton cuisine

Brittany’s seafood specialities are revealed in a multitude of emblematic recipes: cotriade, sea bass fillets roasted in salted butter, monkfish Armoricaine-style, or mussels in cream sauce. Autumn also invites you to savour the scallop, the jewel of Brittany’s coastline. These seafood recipes capture the very soul of Brittany: the ocean on your plate, with a zest of local tradition!

FAQ: everything you need to know about seafood dishes

Want to find out more? Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about Breton fish and seafood recipes.

What fish and seafood should I choose in autumn in Brittany?

Pollack, monkfish, mackerel, bouchot mussels and, of course, scallops are all popular.

What’s an easy Breton recipe for fish and seafood?

Cotriade remains a must: simple to prepare, tasty and comforting. And when it comes to seafood, you can’t go wrong with Breton-style mussels.

What accompaniments are there for seafood dishes?

New potatoes, carrots, cabbage and pumpkin are perfect accompaniments to autumn fish and seafood.

Did you know?
Every autumn in Perros-Guirec, the scallop festival celebrates this emblematic product. It’s a gourmet event that celebrates the sea and its treasures.

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In conclusion

In autumn, Breton fish and seafood recipes are an invitation to a culinary voyage. With freshly caught seafood and seasonal vegetables, they embody the very essence of traditional Breton cuisine: simple, generous and authentic. Come and taste the specialities of the Breton sea during your stay on the Pink Granite Coast… and let yourself be seduced by the iodine magic of autumn!