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Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce

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Experience Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce, a quick dinner loaded with flavor that's perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scallops
  • 12 pieces Sea Scallops Well-dried for a perfect sear.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For searing.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To enhance natural flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To enhance natural flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust based on spice preference.
For the Cajun Cream Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Forms the base of the sauce.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be swapped with half-and-half.
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning Adjust to suit heat preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice To brighten the dish.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the sea scallops dry with a paper towel, season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and let sit at room temperature.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the scallops on each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Melt butter in the same skillet, add chopped onion, and sauté until translucent; then add minced garlic.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, add Cajun seasoning, and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return the scallops to the skillet, allowing them to warm through in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice over, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to enjoy the sauce fully.

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