Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce: An Indulgent Delight
A delectable dish featuring perfectly seared scallops paired with a rich and spicy cajun cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season scallops with cajun seasoning and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove scallops and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add scallops back to the skillet and simmer for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, use smoked paprika.
- Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of cajun seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg