SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CHEDDAR-ONION GRITS
My holiday guests love shrimp and grits, but I wanted to shake things up one year. These pan scallops are crisp and tender and contrast well with the creamy cheddar grits. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add onions and salt; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add broth to onion mixture; bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese and sour cream until cheese is melted. Remove from heat; keep warm., Meanwhile, pat scallops dry with paper towels. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Press flat sides into cornmeal. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm., Serve with grits; sprinkle with parsley.
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Imane Errajea
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit! The scallops are cooked perfectly and the grits are creamy and cheesy.
Ch usman Ullah
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for scallops. They're always cooked to perfection and the grits are delicious.
Meyl van Wyk
[email protected]I love this dish! The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the grits are creamy and flavorful.
Haroon king
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The scallops are cooked to perfection and the grits are creamy and cheesy.
Nosisana Nkumanda
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of grits, but I loved this dish! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful.
Mr Tahid
[email protected]This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The scallops are cooked to perfection and the grits are creamy and cheesy.
Angelica Silva
[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times and I've never been disappointed. The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the grits are creamy and delicious.
Barjees ul Qadir
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The scallops and grits are cooked to perfection and the flavors are amazing.
Ifeanyichi Isaac
[email protected]I made this dish for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best scallops he's ever had.
Zalihat Yuguda
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. It's easy to make and it always impresses my guests.
Gita Rai
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of scallops, but I loved this dish! The grits were creamy and cheesy and the scallops were cooked perfectly.
Guri Aus
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The scallops and grits are cooked to perfection and the flavors are amazing.
Edwin Vega
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great! It's a family favorite.
ball Jerry
[email protected]Meh.
Telma Giron
[email protected]Not bad, but not great either. The scallops were a bit overcooked and the grits were too runny.
Mahi Mahi
[email protected]The scallops were cooked perfectly, but the grits were a bit bland. I added some salt and pepper and they were much better.
Afia Pokua
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the scallops turned out great! The grits were a little too thick for my taste, but overall the dish was very good.
Sharati Gujjar
[email protected]OMG! This dish was amazing! The scallops were succulent and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.
Sujon Lama Tmg
[email protected]These scallops were cooked to perfection! They were seared just right and the cheddar onion grits were a delicious complement.