Best 6 Cajun Scallops And Rice Recipes
Are your taste buds ready for a fantastic journey to the heart of Louisiana? Cajun scallops and rice is a recipe that brings together the flavors of the bayou, the essence of Cajun cuisine, and the perfection of simple ingredients. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary adventure, guiding you through the steps to create a dish that encapsulates the harmonization of textures and flavors. Get ready to explore the delightful union of tender scallops smothered in a rich, spicy Cajun sauce, nestled atop a bed of fluffy, perfectly cooked rice.
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CURRY SCALLOPS AND RICE
Buttery scallops, colorful pepper strips and a fast rice mix tinged with curry...what's not to love about this stress-free main dish? -Tina Bellows, Racine, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare pilaf mix according to package directions, using 1 tablespoon butter., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute scallops in remaining butter until firm and opaque. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute peppers until tender. Stir in the scallops, rice, parsley and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 998mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.
SEAFOOD CREOLE
This is a spicy sauce similar to etouffee. By adding seafood, it becomes Seafood Creole. Due to the seasoning mix, it is quite spicy. This can be controlled by adjusting the amount of the peppers. I like mine full strength, but for the wife I have to cut the peppers down to 1/8 teaspoon each. This recipe can easily be doubled or quadrupled for large affairs. It goes great with rice, garlic bread, a green salad and a good white wine, such as white Merlot, white Cabernet, Johannisburg Riesling, or Gewurztraminer. Use your favorite firm, white fish fillets in this recipe. Canned diced tomatoes can be used in place of chopping fresh tomatoes.
Provided by Plain ole Bob
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Mix together oregano, salt, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, thyme, and basil in a small bowl; set aside.
- Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat; stir in tomato, onion, celery, green bell pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chicken stock, tomato sauce, sugar, hot pepper sauce, and bay leaves. Reduce heat to low and bring sauce to a simmer. Stir in seasoning mix and simmer until the flavors have blended, about 20 minutes.
- Gently stir in rock shrimp, bay scallops, and haddock; bring sauce back to a simmer and cook until the shellfish and fish are opaque, about 20 more minutes. Remove bay leaves to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 224.1 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 47.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 1018.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
CAJUN SHRIMP AND RICE
I have a friend with Celiac's disease and I serve this when she comes over for lunch. It lets her have something besides meat and potatoes. It's become a requested recipe. -Ruth Miller, Boyertown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp and Cajun seasoning in oil and butter until shrimp turn pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute later. Add peas and rice. Cook 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 176mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CAJUN WILD RICE
This is a Cajun-inspired gourmet wild rice dish that I created. It's quick and easy, and can even be cooked unattended in a rice cooker!
Provided by Josh Mobley
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine the wild rice, chicken broth, water, sausage, onion, mushrooms and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until rice is tender. Remove from the heat, and stir in the cream of mushroom soup. It's that easy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 23.6 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 988.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
CAJUN JAMBALAYA WITH CATFISH, SCALLOPS AND SHRIMP
A smokey, spicy, seafood Jambalaya. I made with brown rice because that is what we enjoy, please do use your favorite rice but adjust liquid and cooking times accordingly. Do check out Recipe #477279, it is what gives the smokiness.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Gumbo
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a bowl combine shrimp, scallops, catfish and Creole seasoning, and work in seasoning well.
- In a large, heavy, pot heat oil over high heat.
- Saute the onion, peppers and celery, 5 minutes. Add garlic, tomato sauce, bay leaves, Worcestershire and chipotle sauces.
- Stir in rice and add broth.
- Reduce heat to medium and cook until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes for white 30 minutes for brown rice.
- Brown rice:.
- Check after 20 minutes and add more broth if using brown rice if needed,.
- When rice is just tender add shrimp, scallops, catfish mixture and sausage. Cook until seafood is done, about 10 minutes more.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper and Creole seasoning BUT more then likely you won`t need to.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.1, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 82.5, Sodium 1266.7, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 5.8, Protein 31.2
SCALLOPS WITH RICE
Scallops aren't the cheapest seafood on the market, but their buttery flavor is worth the expense. This is a simple, wholesome recipe that will satisfy, whether it is just you or guests. I buy frozen scallops from the grocer, thaw them, and they work just fine. For the rice I like to use a quick-cooking Rice Select royal blend--texmati white, brown, wild, and red for some variety. Some of the grains are nutty flavored and slightly al dente, which contrasts with the rest of the ingredients. Serve the same wine you cook with: a dry chablis is recommended. Serve with a vegetable or other side dish of your choice. Adapted from "Cooking in a Casserole" (1967) by Robert C. Ackart, esq.
Provided by Cooking Beast
Categories Rice
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Assemble and prepare all ingredients
- In a 5-quart casserole, melt butter, cook onion until translucent. Remove and reserve.
- In casserole, heat oil and cook rice until it is well coated and begins to turn golden. Add reserved onion, parsley, and seasonings. Cover.
- In a saucepan, heat wine with thyme and bay leaf. Add scallops and enough boiling water to cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove and reserve scallops; strain and reserve broth.
- Add 2 cups of broth to rice mixture in casserole; if necessary, add more boiling water to have 2 cups. Stir once, cover, bake at 350 F for 20 minutes.
- Stir in scallops, cover, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality scallops. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of the dish.
- Make sure the scallops are properly seared. This will give them a nice golden-brown color and help them retain their moisture.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the scallops. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Use a good quality Cajun seasoning. This will give the scallops a delicious, flavorful coating.
- Don't overcook the scallops. They should be cooked through but still slightly translucent in the center.
- Serve the scallops immediately. This is when they will be at their best.
Conclusion:
Cajun scallops and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The scallops are seared until golden brown and then simmered in a flavorful Cajun sauce. The rice is cooked in the same pot as the scallops, so it absorbs all of the delicious flavors. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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