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Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce

Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce in 30 Minutes

Savor Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce, a gourmet dish ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for impressing loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scallops
  • 1 lb Large Sea Scallops Use dry-packed scallops for the richest flavor and best sear results.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Helps create a golden crust while adding flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds decadence to the scallops and sauce.
  • Salt Essential for enhancing the natural sweetness.
  • Black Pepper Essential for enhancing the natural sweetness.
For the Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, infuses the sauce with aromatic goodness.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Provides a luxurious, creamy texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning Gives the dish its signature spicy flair.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens and balances the sauce.

Equipment

  • Heavy cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
  3. Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and opaque. Set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in Cajun seasoning, and then add heavy cream. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and return the scallops to the skillet, warming for 1 minute.
  7. Plate the scallops, drizzle sauce over them, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 27gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use dry-packed scallops and avoid moving them while searing for a perfect crust.

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