Description
These Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce bring a gourmet touch to your dinner table. Perfectly golden sea scallops are paired with a bold, creamy Cajun sauce, making this recipe a must-try for seafood lovers. Ideal for special occasions or a weeknight treat. Keywords: seared scallops, Cajun cream sauce, seafood dinner, creamy scallop recipe.
Ingredients
12 large sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
¾ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Pat the scallops dry thoroughly using paper towels, then season with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops in a single layer and sear for about 2 minutes per side, until a golden crust forms. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium and melt the butter in the same pan. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Stir in Cajun seasoning and paprika, then pour in the heavy cream. Let it simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce is creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
6. Return scallops to the pan, spoon sauce over them, and warm through for about 1 minute.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Scallops must be completely dry to achieve a golden sear.
Use dry-packed scallops for best results and no added water.
Don’t overcook the scallops when reheating; they cook fast and can turn rubbery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: American, Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg