Best 4 Seared Scallops With Creamy Noodles And Peas Recipes

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Cooking "seared scallops with creamy noodles and peas" is a delightful culinary experience that combines the flavors of the sea with the richness of creamy noodles and the freshness of peas. This dish is perfect for a special dinner party or a romantic meal, and it can be easily prepared with a few simple steps. The combination of textures and flavors in this dish is simply irresistible, and it is sure to please even the most discerning palate. The scallops are seared to perfection, giving them a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy interior. The creamy noodles are made with a rich sauce that is infused with the flavor of the seafood, and the peas add a touch of sweetness and freshness to the dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CREAMY NOODLES AND PEAS



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Categories     Dairy     Fish     Herb     Pasta     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces medium egg noodles
1 cup frozen peas
3/4 pound large sea scallops (about 15; tough ligament removed from side of each if attached), halved horizontally
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons water
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until almost al dente, about 5 minutes, then stir in peas and cook until noodles are al dente, about 2 minutes more. Drain in a colander, then transfer to a platter and keep warm, loosely covered with foil.
  • While noodles cook, pat scallops dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then add scallops. Increase heat to high and sear scallops, turning over once, until golden brown and just cooked through, 2 minutes total. Transfer to platter with noodles and keep covered.
  • Add wine to skillet and deglaze by boiling, stirring and scraping up any brown bits, 1 minute. Stir in water and cream and boil until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in chives and pour sauce over scallops and noodles.

SCALLOPS WITH SNOW PEAS



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The vibrant, crisp pea pods in this dish are a nice contrast with the soft scallops. The dish looks and tastes bright and fresh. -Barb Carlucci, Orange Park, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2/3 cup water
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 pound bay scallops
1/2 pound fresh snow peas, halved diagonally
2 medium leeks (white portion only), cut into 3x1/2-inch strips
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • Mix cornstarch, soy sauce and water. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry scallops until firm and opaque, 1-2 minutes. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry snow peas, leeks and ginger until peas are just crisp-tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir cornstarch mixture; add to pan. Cook and stir until sauce is thickened, about 1 minute. Add scallops; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 750mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CREAMY NOODLES AND PEAS



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Pairing the delicate sweetness of sea scallops and peas this is a meaty, substantial meal accompanied by a rich white wine sauce studded with chopped chives.From the May 2007 issue of Gourmet.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces medium egg noodles
1 cup frozen baby peas
3/4 lb large scallop, about 15, tough ligament removed from side of each if attached, halved horizontally
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons water
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until almost al dente, about 5 minutes, then stir in peas and cook until noodles are al dente, about 2 minutes more.
  • Drain in a colander, then transfer to a platter and keep warm,loosely covered with foil.
  • While noodles cook, pat scallops dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Heat butter in a 12 inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then add scallops.
  • Increase heat to high and sear scallops, turning over once, until golden brown and just cooked through, 2 minutes total.
  • Transfer to platter with noodles and keep covered.
  • Add wine to skillet, and deglaze by boiling, stirring, and scraping up any brown bits, 1 minute.
  • Stir in water and cream and boil until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper; stir in chives and pour sauce over noodles and scallops.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.5, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 114.3, Sodium 304.5, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.7, Protein 19.8

SCALLOPS AND CREAMY PEA FETTUCCINE



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Light and quick!

Provided by Michelle Lamb-Vera

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (8 ounce) package whole-wheat fettuccine
1 pound large dry sea scallops
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice
1 cup low-fat milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
⅛ teaspoon salt
3 cups frozen green peas, thawed
¾ cup shredded Romano cheese, divided
⅓ cup chopped fresh chives
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the fettuccini at a boil until cooked through yet slightly firm, about 6 minutes; drain.
  • Season the scallops salt.
  • Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook the scallops until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to a plate.
  • Pour the clam juice into the skillet.
  • Whisk together the low-fat milk, flour, white pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon salt until the mixture is smooth; whisk into the clam juice. Reduce heat to low and bring the sauce to a simmer, whisking constantly. Cook until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Return the scallops and any accumulated juices to the skillet and stir in the peas until thoroughly combined. Return to a simmer.
  • Gently mix the cooked fettuccine, 1/2 cup of Romano cheese, chives, lemon zest, and lemon juice into the scallops and sauce. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup of Romano cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.4 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 45.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1011.7 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality, dry scallops for the best results.
  • Sear the scallops in a hot pan with a little bit of oil until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when searing the scallops, or they will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the noodles according to the package directions.
  • To make the creamy sauce, whisk together the cream, Parmesan cheese, butter, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir in the cooked noodles and peas and heat through.
  • Serve the seared scallops over the creamy noodles and peas.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley or chives, if desired.

Conclusion:

Seared scallops with creamy noodles and peas is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are tender and flavorful, and the creamy sauce is rich and decadent. The peas add a pop of color and sweetness to the dish. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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