Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce

Recipe by Daily Disher

Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce deliver rich, golden crusts and bold Southern heat in a luscious, velvety sauce.

Course: Main

Cuisine: Cajun

Difficulty: Medium

Servings

Prep time

15 minutes

Cooking time

20 minutes

Calories

350 kcal

35 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound scallops

2 tablespoons butter

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon paprika

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

¼ cup chopped parsley

1 pinch salt

1 pinch black pepper

Directions

Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and lightly season them with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and let it melt completely.

Place the scallops in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd. Sear one side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

Flip the scallops and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes, then remove them from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, pour the heavy cream, stirring constantly until it begins to thicken slightly.

Add the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the cream sauce, mixing well to incorporate the spices.

Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Return the scallops to the skillet, coating them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve immediately for optimal flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Total number of serves:

4 servings

Calories:

350kcal

Cholesterol:

0mg

Sodium:

620mg

Potassium:

400mg

Sugar:

Protein:

Calcium:

60mg

Iron:

2mg

Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce

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