Christmas Eve calls for something special, and seafood brings that perfect touch of elegance to the table. Whether you're honoring the Italian Feast of Seven Fishes tradition or love celebrating with seafood, these 12 elegant seafood dishes transform your kitchen into a five-star restaurant. From bacon-wrapped scallops that rival any steakhouse to creamy salmon that'll have everyone asking for seconds, each recipe has been tested to ensure your Christmas Eve dinner becomes a cherished holiday memory.
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops

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These elegant appetizers-turned-mains deliver steakhouse quality from your air fryer. The bacon gets crispy while keeping the scallops tender and juicy inside.
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Best Smoked Salmon on Pellet Grill

This pellet grill method ensures moist, flaky salmon with just the right amount of smoke. The result is restaurant-quality fish that's perfect for special occasions and ready in about one hour.
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Traeger Smoked Salmon

This Traeger-specific recipe delivers consistently excellent results. The controlled temperature creates moist salmon inside with a beautiful outer glaze.
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Air Fryer Salmon with Garlic Cream Sauce

This restaurant-worthy salmon pairs perfectly with its velvety sauce. The air fryer ensures moist, perfectly cooked fish every time.
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Instant Pot Salmon Chowder

This quick yet restaurant-quality chowder brings comforting elegance to your holiday table.
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Air Fryer Halibut

Simple yet sophisticated, this mild fish cooks to perfection in the air fryer while maintaining its delicate texture.
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Smoked Tuna Steak

This show-stopping main brings steakhouse luxury home. The smoking process enhances tuna's natural richness.
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Creamy Coconut Shrimp

This indulgent shrimp dish combines tropical flavors with holiday elegance. The creamy sauce begs to be soaked up with crusty bread.
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Air Fryer Shrimp Tempura

This Japanese favorite gets an easy makeover in the air fryer. The result rivals any restaurant version.
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Honey Glazed Smoked Salmon

This honey-glazed version takes smoked salmon to new heights. The sweet glaze caramelizes beautifully while the smoke adds incredible flavor.
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Sweet Maple Soy Glazed Salmon

This oven-baked salmon combines sweet maple syrup with savory soy for an Asian-inspired twist that's perfect for special occasions. The glaze creates a beautiful lacquered finish that's as impressive as it is delicious.
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Marry Me Salmon

This show-stopping salmon earned its playful "marry me" name for good reason - it's so deliciously impressive that someone might just propose! The velvety sun-dried tomato cream sauce takes this dish from everyday to elegant, making it perfect for special holiday dinners.
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