New Hampshire Seafood Grill on Arteflame

Introduction

Bring the flavors of the New Hampshire coast right to your backyard by grilling up a seafood lover’s dream. This New England Seafood Grill Platter, featuring lobster tails, sea scallops, and shrimp, is cooked to perfection on the Arteflame grill. Using reverse searing, intensely hot temperatures, and rich herb butter, the seafood gets a perfect sear while staying tender and juicy. The solid steel flat cooktop gently grills your side dishes and shellfish without ever burning, creating a visually stunning and crowd-pleasing meal you can serve all at once with zero cleanup hassle. Let’s get grilling, New Hampshire style!

Ingredients

• 4 lobster tails
• 12 sea scallops
• 16 large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 lemon (sliced for garnish)
• Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil (for lighting the grill)
• Firewood (for Arteflame grill)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil onto 3 paper napkins.
2. Place the oil-soaked napkins at the bottom of the grill.
3. Stack firewood on top of the napkins.
4. Light the napkins and allow the fire to build.
5. Wait about 20 minutes until the center grill grate reaches 1000°F.

Step 2: Prepare the herb butter

1. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, parsley, dill, thyme, and garlic.
2. Mix well and set aside for brushing over the seafood.

Step 3: Prep the seafood

1. Pat dry the lobster tails, scallops, and shrimp with paper towels.
2. Brush each piece generously with the herb butter and season with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Sear the seafood on the center grate

1. Place scallops and shrimp on the center grill grate for 1-2 minutes per side to achieve a deep sear.
2. Sear lobster tails shell-side down for about 2-3 minutes until slightly charred and fragrant.
3. Once seared, move all the seafood to the flat cooktop area to finish cooking.

Step 5: Finish cooking on the flat griddle

1. Use the hotter center zones of the flat griddle for continued cooking while monitoring the internal temperature.
2. Remove lobster at 135°F, scallops at 120°F, and shrimp at 130°F—this allows carryover cooking to bring them to perfect doneness.

Step 6: Serve and garnish

1. Transfer all seafood onto a platter.
2. Brush with remaining herb butter and garnish with lemon slices.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy your New Hampshire-style seafood feast!

Tips

• Always monitor the internal temperature of each seafood item and remove it 15°F before the target doneness.
• Keep a side of butter sauce on the griddle to keep it warm for a final drizzle before serving.
• Use the outer rim of the cooktop for warming sides or slow-cooking veggies without overcooking the seafood.
• Use wide spatulas to easily lift and flip seafood without tearing delicate scallops or shrimp.

Variations

1. Spicy Cajun Seafood Platter: Add Cajun seasoning to the herb butter and substitute thyme with smoked paprika for a spicy Southern twist.
2. Lemon-Garlic Butter Platter: Double the garlic and add lemon zest to the butter for a zesty citrus upgrade.
3. Asian-Inspired Platter: Mix miso paste, ginger, and sesame oil into the butter and top the seafood with sliced green onions at the end.
4. Mediterranean Grilled Seafood: Use oregano, basil, and a dash of capers in the herb butter and serve with grilled olive flatbread.
5. Surf & Turf Combo: Add filet mignon or ribeye steaks to the middle grate, then serve the seafood alongside for a decadent pairing.

Best pairings

• Grilled corn brushed with the same herb butter
• Roasted baby potatoes with sea salt and cracked pepper
• Crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a buttery Chardonnay
• Fresh-baked sourdough or grilled garlic bread on the flat top
• Arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette

Conclusion

Grilling on the Arteflame grill brings out incredible flavor and texture in this classic New England seafood platter. Easy to fire up, effortless to clean, and designed for reverse searing perfection, the Arteflame makes this New Hampshire-style dish a weekend favorite. Perfect for dinner parties or a quiet coastal-themed night at home!