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Recipe of Coquilles Saint-Jacques
Coquilles Saint-Jacques is a delicate and refined French dish. These scallops are cooked in a deliciously creamy sauce flavored with garlic and parsley, then gratinéed with cheese. It's a perfect recipe for a special occasion or simply to indulge yourself.
Recipe Summary
Preparation30 min
Servings4
Difficulty
Intermediate
CategorySeafood
Ingredients
12 scallops
4 tablespoons of butter
2 cloves of garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons of flour
1/2 cup of dry white wine
1/2 cup of heavy cream
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup of grated cheese (Gruyère or Emmental)
Breadcrumbs (optional)
Join me and let's see how to make Coquilles Saint-Jacques
Instructions:
Step 1
Preheat your oven to the broil setting.
Step 2
In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the scallops and cook them for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they are lightly browned. Remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté the chopped garlic and parsley for about 1 minute.
Step 4
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and parsley mixture. Mix well and let it cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 5
Pour the dry white wine and heavy cream into the skillet. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 6
Return the scallops to the skillet and combine them with the sauce.
Step 7
Divide the scallop mixture into individual scallop shells or baking dishes.
Step 8
Sprinkle grated cheese on top. If desired, add breadcrumbs for a crispy texture.
Step 9
Place the shells under the broiler in the oven and broil for 2 to 3 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Step 10
Serve hot and enjoy your gratinéed Coquilles Saint-Jacques.
Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Coquilles Saint-Jacques and get the best results.
Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Coquilles Saint-Jacques to give a different touch to your preparation.
Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.