In the culinary world, scallops reign supreme as a versatile and delectable seafood delicacy. Their succulent texture and delicate flavor make them a favorite among seafood enthusiasts. Whether you prefer them seared, grilled, or sautéed, scallops are a true culinary gem. However, if you seek an indulgent and flavorful experience, look no further than scallops in garlic cream sauce. This culinary masterpiece combines the tender sweetness of scallops with the aromatic embrace of garlic and the velvety richness of cream, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. As we embark on this culinary journey, let us explore the best recipes for scallops in garlic cream sauce, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience.
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CREAMY GARLIC SCALLOPS
Creamy Garlic Scallops are just as good as restaurant scallops with minimal ingredients and maximum flavour! A silky, creamy garlic sauce with a hint of lemon coats crispy, buttery scallops! With only a handful of ingredients, you're minutes away from having the most incredible scallops on your dinner table!
Provided by Karina
Categories Dinner
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If scallops are frozen, thaw in cold water. Remove the side muscle from the scallops if attached. Thoroughly pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat until hot and sizzling. Add the scallops in a single layer without over crowding the pan (work in batches if needed).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and fry for 2-3 minutes on one side (until a golden crust forms underneath), then flip and fry again for 2 minutes until crisp, lightly browned and cooked through (opaque). Remove from skillet and transfer to a plate.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same pan, scraping up any browned bits left over from the scallops. Add in the garlic and cook until fragrant (1 minute).
- Pour in wine (or broth) and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes or until wine reduces by about half. Add cream and allow to simmer until slightly thickened.
- Remove pan (skillet) from the heat; stir in lemon juice and add the scallops back into the pan to warm through slightly and garnish with parsley.
- Serve over rice, pasta, garlic bread or steamed vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini noodles).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 570 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
CREAMY GARLIC SCALLOPS
Creamy Garlic Scallops - easy, creamy and one of the best scallop recipes ever. Takes only 15 mins, better than restaurants and much cheaper!
Provided by Rasa Malaysia
Categories American Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Rinse the scallops, pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Heat up a skillet with olive oil and butter. Pan-sear the scallops on both sides until nicely browned, but don't overcook them. Remove and set aside.
- On the same skillet, add the garlic and saute. Add a little bit olive oil if you want. Add the cream, water, wine, salt and cayenne pepper. Bring it to a gentle simmer until the sauce thickens a bit. Add the scallops back into the skillet, add the chopped parsley leaves and lemon wedges, turn off heat and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 31 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 14 grams fat, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 3 people, Sodium 8 milligrams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar
SCALLOP RECIPE WITH CREAM SAUCE
This seared scallop recipe has a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce and is perfect over a bed of pasta. Make it for dinner tonight in under 30 minutes!
Provided by lyuba
Categories Main Course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Start cooking pasta according to the package instructions, if you're serving these scallops with pasta. Cook it at the same time as scallops and sauce, strain, and set aside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1381 kcal, Carbohydrate 94 g, Protein 60 g, Fat 85 g, SaturatedFat 43 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 368 mg, Sodium 1651 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SCALLOPS IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE
I didn't really get this recipe from anyone, it's just (for as long as I can remember) one of the basic ways that I have always prepared scallops. It's easy, quick to prepare and the sauce really complements the scallops. I've prepared this with and without the wine (on those rare occasions when I happened to be out of my favorite white wine), and it is just as delicious either way. That's why I listed that ingredient as optional.
Provided by Northwestgal
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in a pan over medium-low heat; add the garlic, parsley, scallions (or green onions), wine, salt and pepper. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
- Add the scallops; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Remove cover; stir in the cream. Continuing heating, but do not boil, stirring constantly until sauce begins to thicken.
- Serve immediately while scallops are hot. Spoon excess sauce from pan and drizzle it over the scallops.
SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saute pan, heat 1/4 cup oil and cook garlic and shallot until translucent, about 2 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the wine, and add parsley, basil and thyme and let the liquid reduce by half. Using a fine strainer, strain the reduction into a clean saucepan and add the cream. Over low heat, let the sauce reduce to medium thickness. To the now empty saute pan, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, saute scallops, cook until opaque and remove to a utility platter in a warm place. Then use the same pan to saute shrimp just until pink, and remove to the utility platter. Add cream sauce to saute pan to toss the drained pasta or rice with the cream sauce and seafood, reserving a few scallops and shrimp for the top. Transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle with cheese, as garnish. Arrange shrimp and scallops on top and garnish with basil sprigs.
CREAMY BAY SCALLOP SPAGHETTI
This scallop and spaghetti dinner with a creamy sauce is fast and easy. I cook the scallops a bit longer than many chefs, but that's gives the dish more flavor and they're still tender and moist. I think you'll agree, the sherry sauce benefits significantly from the longer cook time.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Seafood Shellfish Scallops
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes or 1 minute less than directed on the package.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. When oil just starts to smoke, add scallops and move them into a single layer. Let sear on high for 60 seconds. Toss to turn. Add butter and stir scallops until butter melts. Stir in garlic. Add lemon zest and red pepper flakes. Stir in sherry and cook and stir until alcohol cooks off, about 1 minute. Pour in cream. When mixture begins to simmer, reduce heat to medium-low. Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Drain pasta. Transfer to skillet with scallops; bring to a simmer. Add half the parsley. Cook until pasta is heated through and tender, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Grate generously with grated cheese. Add the rest of the parsley. Serve in warm bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Cholesterol 166.4 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 572.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
SCALLOPS WITH ROASTED GARLIC CREAM
This dish is for the true garlic lover. Roasting garlic brings out the sweetness. The recipe is from summer 2006 Sabroso magazine. Serve these with a side of steamed rice or pasta and crusty bread. Please note: The amount of scallops have been adjusted based on Parsley's review.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Australian
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare the sauce by tossing the garlic cloves with olive oil and place on a square of aluminum foil.
- Fold the foil to form a package and roast place in a preheated 350°F oven for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Allow the garlic to cool slightly, careful open package and transfer the garlic cloves to a medium saucepan.
- Stir in cider vinegar and bring to a simmer, mashing the cloves with the back of a spoon.
- As the vinegar evaporates, a paste will form, to the garlic paste stir in the heavy cream and simmer for about 10 minutes on low heat to blend flavors, adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- To prepare the scallops, rinse and dry with paper towels.
- Dust the top side of the scallops with paprika.
- In a non-stick skillet that has been sprayed lightly with olive oil, place the top side of the scallops down and sauté until crispy on top and lightly firm to the touch.
- Place scallops on serving plate and drizzle garlic sauce over.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.2, Fat 51.1, SaturatedFat 28.4, Cholesterol 172.9, Sodium 95.4, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 8.1
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality scallops. Fresh scallops should be firm and plump, with a slightly briny smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
- Sear the scallops properly. Searing the scallops in a hot pan will help to create a nice crust and prevent them from becoming tough.
- Don't overcook the scallops. Scallops cook very quickly, so it's important to keep an eye on them to prevent them from becoming overcooked. Overcooked scallops will be tough and rubbery.
- Use a good quality white wine. The white wine that you use in the sauce will make a big difference in the final flavor of the dish. Choose a dry white wine that you enjoy drinking.
- Add some fresh herbs to the sauce. Fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, and basil, can add a lot of flavor to the sauce. Add them to the sauce towards the end of the cooking process so that they don't lose their flavor.
Conclusion:
Scallops in Garlic Cream Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are seared to perfection and then simmered in a creamy garlic sauce. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. This dish is sure to impress your guests.
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