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Recipe of Seared Scallops Beurre Blanc

Recipe of Seared Scallops Beurre Blanc
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Seared Scallops Beurre Blanc, a European culinary masterpiece. These plump, tender scallops are perfectly seared and accompanied by a velvety beurre blanc sauce infused with shallots, white wine, and lemon. This recipe is ideal for a special occasion or when you want to treat yourself to a gourmet meal.

Recipe Summary

Preparation 30 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Intermediate
Category Seafood

Ingredients

  • 12 large sea scallops
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh chives, for garnish

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season them with salt and pepper.
  • Step 2
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Step 3
  • Add the scallops to the skillet and sear them for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and opaque. Remove them from the skillet and keep warm.
  • Step 4
  • In the same skillet, add shallots and sauté for a minute until they become translucent.
  • Step 5
  • Pour in the white wine and white wine vinegar. Allow it to reduce by half.
  • Step 6
  • Lower the heat, stir in the heavy cream, and gradually whisk in the cubed butter until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
  • Step 7
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and add lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Step 8
  • To serve, spoon the beurre blanc sauce onto plates, place seared scallops on top, and garnish with fresh chives.
  • Step 9
  • Enjoy your Seared Scallops Beurre Blanc with a side of your choice.

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Seared Scallops Beurre Blanc 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 Seared Scallops Beurre Blanc 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

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