Visiting Key Largo & Islamorada in the Florida Keys? Book an Ecotour with Us

Another January full moon as come and gone and we’re one day closer to the 2012 Doomsday party.  Like Jimmy Buffet says, “I don’t know where I am gonna go when the volcano blows!”

People often ask me what else there is to do in Key Largo and Islamorada aside from fishing. I suggest booking an affordable ecotour or sunset cruise with us.  There is no better way than to see the authentic nature of the Florida Keys than from our boat as we cruise through the mangrove fields in Florida Bay off Key Largo and Islamorada. It’s a great way to decompress after a long journey to the Keys.  You can relax with family and friends before starting your vacation. 

The Florida Keys has four major marine ecosystems: mangroves, coral reefs, delicate sea grass beds and sponge bed.  You will find photo opportunities everywhere you look.  These tours are unique and you never know what you may see.

If you are into bird watching, then the Florida Keys is the place, so don’t forget to bring along your binoculars.

During the ecotour there is a good chance you will spot a dolphin, sea turtle or a Florida Manatee along the way.

As most already know, the Florida Keysis famous for its sunsets. There are photo opportunities everywhere you look.

Don’t forget your boat drinks and boat music. We can play them for you on our surround sound marine stereo system.  We will even bring a couple fishing rods along if you wish to catch a few fish for dinner that night.

If you are planning on visiting Key Largo or Islamorada in the Florida Keys and are interested in learning more about our customized Florida Keys ecotours & sunset cruises please contact us today at 305-619-2126 or email us ryan@floridakeysfishin.com

Go "Keys Crazy" with Yellowtail Snapper Fish Tacos!

When someone asks you “What’s Wrong? or “You look upset?” rather than say “I am having bad day”, say you’re having a “Keys Crazy Day”.

How I deal with a “Keys Crazy Day".

1. Listen to Jimmy Buffet like a "Conch"

2. Go Fish

Me with a couple of Nice Snappers from last fall

3. Watch the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico

Florida Bay Sunset View from Our Balcony

4. Play with our new puppies Stella and Brenna

5. Cook healthly seafood.

Try my Yellowtail Snapper Fish Tacos 2011. The Yellowtail Snapper has a distinct sweet flavor that will leave your guests wanting more!

Ingredients

2 lbs of Yellowtail Snapper Filets
Sea salt and Ground pepper
3-4 tbsp. butter or margarine
½ cup of plain yogurt
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tsp. garlic salt
1 tablespoon of lime juice and ½ minced jalapeno
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon of dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Salsa
Shredded Cabbage
1 package of flour tortillas

Instructions

Place yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, lime juice and minced jalapeno, oregano, dill weed, cumin in a small bowl and stir to combine.

Cut the snapper fillets into 2-inch wide strips. Generously cover both sides of fillets with sea salt and pepper.

Melt butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle a dash of garlic powder into the melted butter.

Add fillets to skillet, and sauté, about a 1 minute each side, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily when tested with a fork. Break fish into bite-size pieces. Place into serving dish.

Warm the tortillas. (I use a microwave for 20-30 seconds for a large 10-inch).

For each taco use about 3-4 oz cooked fish and 2-3 tablespoons each of salsa, cheese, sour cream, shredded cabbage.

Now get cooking!

Ryan
www.twostarfishseafood.com