Description
Easy Seared Scallops with Cajun Cream Sauce is a delightful combination of perfectly seared scallops and a spicy Cajun cream sauce, making it a fantastic choice for special occasions or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of fresh scallops
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Carefully place the scallops in the skillet and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add heavy cream and Cajun seasoning. Stir and let simmer until thickened. Add lemon juice and return the scallops to coat in the sauce.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove over low heat to avoid overcooking the scallops.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper searing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: scallops, Cajun cream sauce, seafood, easy recipe, dinner