Best 10 Coquilles St Jacques A La Parisienne Recipes

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**Coquilles St. Jacques à la Parisienne: A Culinary Journey to French Coastal Delights**

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Coquilles St. Jacques à la Parisienne, a classic French dish that showcases the beauty of fresh scallops. Originating from the coastal region of Normandy, this dish has captivated seafood enthusiasts worldwide with its elegant presentation and harmonious blend of flavors. Dive into a culinary adventure as we explore the traditional and modern interpretations of this iconic recipe, each offering a unique taste of French culinary heritage. From the classic Coquilles St. Jacques Gratinées, where tender scallops are enveloped in a creamy sauce and topped with a golden crust, to the innovative Coquilles St. Jacques Poêlées, where scallops are seared to perfection and served with a medley of vegetables, each recipe promises a delightful escapade for your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COQUILLES SAINT-JACQUES A LA PARISIENNE



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This recipe is from "The Cooking of Provincial France" from the Time-Life "Foods of the World" series of books from the late 60s/ early 70s. My mother had the whole series and I remember poring over those books endlessly as she would cook from them. This particular volume was authored by M.F.K. Fisher, nonetheless! My mom used to make this all the time when I was a kid, and I still love it to this day. I have also posted the "Provencale" version of Coquilles Saint-Jacques, which does not use cream or cheese. Gruyere is a very good type of Swiss cheese. If you can't find it just use the best Swiss you can find.

Provided by xtine

Categories     European

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
3 small shallots, sliced
3 celery tops, with leaves cut tops into 2 inch pieces
4 fresh parsley sprigs
1 bay leaf
10 peppercorns
2 lbs whole bay scallops or 2 lbs sea scallops, cut into 1/2 inch slices
3/4 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons flour
3/4 cup milk
2 egg yolks
1/4-1/2 cup heavy cream
1/8-1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup gruyere cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • SCALLOPS:.
  • In a heavy 3 to 4 quart saucepan, bring the stock, wine, shallots, celery, parsley, bay leaf and peppercorns to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  • Strain this court bouillon through a sieve into a 10 to 12 inch enameled or stainless-steel skillet. Add the scallops and mushrooms, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the scallops and mushrooms to a large mixing bowl. Quickly boil the remaining court bouillon down to one cup.
  • SAUCE PARISIENNE:.
  • In a 2 to 3 quart enameled or stainless-steel saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. When the foam subsides, lift the pan from the heat and stir in the flour. Return to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, for a minute or two. Do not let this roux brown.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and slowly pour in the reduced poaching liquid (the remaining court bouillon) and the milk, whisking constantly. Then return to hight heat and cook, stirring the sauce with a whisk. When it thickens and comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer slowly for 1 minute.
  • Mix the egg yolks and 1/4 cup of cream together in a small bowl, and stir into it 2 tablespoons of the hot sauce. Add 2 more tablespoons of the hot sauce, then whisk the now-heated egg yolk-and-cream mixture back into the remaining sauce in the pan.
  • Over medium heat bring the sauce to a boil, stirring constantly, and boil for 30 seconds. Remove from heat and season with lemon juice, salt and pepper. The sauce should coat a spoon fairly thickly; if it is too thick, thin it with more cream.
  • Pour 2/3 of the sauce parisienne over the scallops and mushrooms and stir together gently.
  • Butter six scallop shells or shallow 4 inch ramekins and set on a baking sheet or in a broiler pan, and spoon the scallop mixture into them.
  • Top each portion with the remaining sauce and a sprinkle of the gruyere cheese.
  • Bake the scallops in the top third of the oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until the sauce begins to bubble, then slide them under a hot broiler for 30 seconds to brown the tops if desired. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.8, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 157.9, Sodium 815.5, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.5, Protein 33.1

SCALLOPS WITH MUSHROOMS & WHITE WINE (COQUILLES ST JACQUES PARISIENNE)



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Anne Willan's timeless seafood classic makes for an impressive and elegant main course

Provided by Anne Willan

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 16

900g shelled scallops
350ml fish stock
½ bottle (375ml) white wine
350g button mushrooms , trimmed and quartered
juice of ½ lemon , more to taste
2 tbsp toasted breadcrumbs
1 tbsp melted butter
1 ½kg floury potatoes , such as Kind Edwards or Maris Piper, each cut in 2-3 pieces
85g butter
large pinch of grated nutmeg
6 egg yolks
2 shallots , finely chopped
65g butter
35g plain flour
125ml crème fraîche or double cream
8 large scallops shells or shallow individual baking dishes

Steps:

  • For the potatoes, boil them until tender. Drain them, put them back in the pan and dry them for 1-2 minutes over a low heat. Take off the heat and mash the potatoes with the butter, nutmeg, salt and pepper, then beat over a low heat until fluffy. Take the potatoes off the heat and beat in the egg yolks to thicken. Adjust the seasoning. Let the purée cool slightly, then spoon it into a large plastic sandwich bag with a 2cm/3⁄4in cut in a corner (or piping bag with a plain nozzle) and pipe a generous border of potato around each scallop shell.
  • Discard the white muscle from each scallop and cut any large scallops horizontally in half. Heat the fish stock and wine in a pan, add the scallops, cover and poach 1-2 minutes until the scallops just whiten (remember that they will cook further in the sauce). Transfer them to a bowl, reserving the stock separately.
  • Cook the mushrooms, covered, with the lemon juice, salt and pepper, in a thin film of water until tender, about 5-7 minutes. If any liquid remains, simmer uncovered until it has evaporated. Add the mushrooms to the scallops.
  • For the sauce, boil the reserved stock for 10 minutes until reduced to 450ml/16 fl oz. Fry the shallots in the butter until soft, 1-2 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook until it's foaming. Whisk in the stock and bring to a boil, whisking, then simmer until the sauce thickens to coat a spoon, 3-5 minutes. Add the crème fraîche and any liquid released by the scallops, and simmer until the sauce reaches coating consistency. Season.
  • Heat the oven to 200C/Gas 6/fan 180C. Stir the scallops and mushrooms into the sauce and spoon into the shells. (Can be prepared ahead to this stage and kept in the fridge for 6-8 hours.) Sprinkle with the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Set the shells on a baking sheet, steadying them on a slice of bread or a bed of foil. Bake until browned and bubbling, 12-15 minutes. Serve very hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 1.32 milligram of sodium

EASY COQUILLES SAINT JACQUES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups seafood stock or clam juice
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup small-diced shallots (4 large)
12 ounces cremini mushrooms, caps brushed clean, stems discarded
1/4 cup Cognac or brandy
1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
5 ounces grated Gruyère cheese
1/4 cup good olive oil
2 pounds fresh bay scallops, drained, side muscles removed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and place six (1 1/2-cup) gratin dishes on 2 sheet pans.
  • Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes, whisking constantly. Add the seafood stock and whisk until it is smooth and thickened. Whisk in the cream, curry powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a large (12-inch) sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, until tender. Slice the mushroom caps 1/2 inch thick, add to the shallots, and cook for 8 minutes, stirring often. Add the Cognac and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until most of the liquid has evaporated. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and set aside.
  • Combine the bread crumbs, parsley, Gruyère, and olive oil in a medium bowl and stir to moisten the crumbs. Set aside.
  • Add the mushrooms to the cream sauce. Add the scallops and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, mix well, and divide among the gratin dishes. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly on top and bake for 20 minutes, until the scallops are cooked and the sauce is lightly browned and bubbly. Serve hot.

INA GARTEN'S MAKE-AHEAD COQUILLES ST.-JACQUES



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Here is an easy version of coquilles St.-Jacques, the classic French preparation of scallops in a creamy sauce, under a crust of bread crumbs and cheese. It comes from Ina Garten, the celebrated cookbook author and television star, who has been cooking it for dinner parties, she told The Times, practically since the start of her marriage to Jeffrey Garten in 1968. It makes for a beautiful entree that matches well with a green salad, flinty white wine and good conversation. It can be made the day before serving and heated through in an oven while guests gather. "A lot of dishes taste better after they sit for a while," Garten said. With its whisper of curry powder in the rich, unctuous sauce, this is one of them. You can make it in a casserole, but little gratin dishes are better and come in handy far more often than you might think. One per guest.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups seafood stock, clam juice or low-sodium chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3 large shallots, peeled and diced, approximately 1 cup
12 ounces cremini mushrooms, cleaned, stems discarded, sliced
1/4 cup brandy or Cognac
1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs (approximately 6 slices white bread, crusts removed, finely chopped or pulsed in a food processor)
1/4 cup minced flat-leaf parsley
5 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds bay scallops, or quartered sea scallops, abductor muscles removed

Steps:

  • Set a saucepan over medium heat, and melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in it. When it foams, add the flour, and cook for approximately 4 minutes, whisking constantly. Add the stock, and whisk again, until it is smooth and thick. Add the cream, curry powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Bring the sauce just to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
  • Put 3 tablespoons butter in a large sauté pan set over medium heat. When it melts and foams, add the shallots, and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are clear and tender, approximately 5 minutes. Add the sliced mushroom caps, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until they have released their liquid and are just starting to brown. Add the brandy or Cognac, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until the alcohol has mostly evaporated. Add a teaspoon of salt to the mixture and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, and stir again to combine. Add mushroom mixture to the cream sauce, and set aside.
  • Combine the bread crumbs, parsley and Gruyère in a large bowl, stir to combine, then moisten the mixture with the olive oil, stirring again to combine.
  • Use last tablespoon of butter to grease 6 1 1/2-cup gratin dishes. Divide the scallops evenly among them and top with equal amounts of the cream and mushroom sauce. Top each gratin dish with a handful or two of the bread-crumb mixture. Place dishes on a sheet tray, cover gently with foil or plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to a day.
  • When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 400. Remove cover from sheet tray, and place in the oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly browned and bubbling and the scallops are cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 768, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 25 grams, Sodium 1072 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 1 gram

COQUILLE ST. JACQUES A LA PARISIENNE (JULIA CHILD)



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Provided by harrydoerr

Categories     Main Dish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups Dry white wine (Or 1 1/2 c vermouth)
1 Tsp Salt
Pinch Pepper
1 Bay leaf
4 Tbsp Shallots minced (Or green onions)
2 Pounds Washed bay scallops
1 Pound Mushrooms Sliced or minced
6 Tbsp Butter
8 Tbsp Flour
1 1/2 cups Milk
4 Egg yolks
1 cup Whipping cream
Salt and pepper
Drops Lemon Juice
3 Tbsp Butter
12 Tbsp Cheese grated Swiss or Gruyere

Steps:

  • Cooking the scallops Simmer wine and flavorings for 5 minutes. Add scallops and mushrooms to the wine and add enough water to barely cover ingredients. Bring to simmer. Cover and simmer slowly for 5 minutes. Remove scallops and mushrooms with slotted spoon and set aside. The sauce Rapidly boil down the cooking liquid until it is reduced to 2 cups. Melt the butter, blend in flour and cook slowly, stirring, until they foam and froth together for 2 minutes without coloring. Off heat, beat in the boiling cooking liquid, then the milk. Boil, stirring, for 1 minute. Sauce will be very thick. Blend the egg yolks and cream in a bowl, then beat the hot sauce into them by dribbles. Return the sauce to the pan and boil, stirring, for 1 minutes. Thin out with more cream if needed. Season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Final assembly Cut the scallops (if not bay) into crosswise pieces about 1/8 inch thick. Blend two-thirds of sauce with scallops and mushrooms. Butter the shells and spoon the scallops and mushrooms into them, and cover with the rest of the sauce.* Sprinkle with grated Swiss or Gruyere cheese, dot with butter. Arrange on a broiling pan. 15 minutes before serving, set the scallops 8-9 inches under a moderate broiler to heat through gradually, and to brown the top of the sauce. Serve as soon as possible. *can be set aside or refrigerated until ready to gratiné.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 26.2082331190674 g, Carbohydrate 20.2494848095111 g, Cholesterol 205.308020869608 mg, Fiber 0.83783172548896 g, Protein 6.65579133239569 g, SaturatedFat 15.4769888496532 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (369g), Sodium 173.733920868563 mg, Sugar 19.4116530840221 g, TransFat 1.87252092219343 g

COQUILLES ST. JACQUES



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Make and share this Coquilles St. Jacques recipe from Food.com.

Provided by papergoddess

Categories     European

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb deep sea scallops
2 tablespoons minced onions
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon marjoram leaves
1 dash paprika
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups mushrooms, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine
1/4 cup flour
1 cup whipping cream
2 teaspoons fresh snipped parsley
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1/3 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • If using large scallops, cut into 3 or 4 pieces.
  • In med. saucepan, cook and stir onion in butter until tender.
  • Add scallops, lemon juice, salt, marjoram leaves, paprika, and wine; simmer uncovered 10 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms; simmer 2 minutes longer.
  • Drain liquid from scallop mixture; set aside.
  • Melt 1/3 cup butter in medium saucepan over low heat.
  • Stir in flour.
  • Cook over low heat until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
  • Remove from heat; Stir in reserved liquid and cream.
  • Heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
  • Boil and stir for 1 minute, then add parsley.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup sauce; Add the rest to the scallop and mushroom mixture.
  • Heat through, stirring often.
  • Spoon scallop mixture into six individual baking dishes; spread each with 1 tbs.
  • reserved sauce.
  • Melt 1 tbs. butter in small skillet; add bread crumbs, stirring until brown.
  • Place baking dishes on baking sheet.
  • Set oven to"broil"; broil dishes 6 inches from heat 5 to 8 minutes or until bubbly and brown.
  • Sprinkle crumbs over the tops and serve.

SCALLOPS IN SHALLOT SAUCE (COQUILLES ST.-JACQUES BORDELAISE)



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, quick, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 - 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart bay scallops
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
6 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup finely sliced shallots
1/2 cup fine fresh bread crumbs
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in large, heavy skillet and add scallops. Cook, shaking skillet often and stirring the scallops so they cook evenly, 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in second skillet and add shallots and bread crumbs. Cook, shaking skillet and stirring, over relatively high heat until shallots are lightly browned.
  • When scallops have cooked 3 or 4 minutes and are well heated throughout, scatter shallot mixture over all and stir gently to blend. Sprinkle with parsley and stir. Cook about 30 seconds and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 113 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

COQUILLES SAINT JACQUES



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Try a French classic - scallops in a creamy wine sauce, topped with breadcrumbs, cheese, then browned under a broiler.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lb bay scallops*
1 cup dry white wine, nonalcoholic white wine or chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
6 oz mushrooms, sliced (2 cups)
2 shallots or green onions, chopped (2 to 3 tablespoons)
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese (2 oz)
1 cup soft bread crumbs (about 1 1/2 slices bread)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Lightly grease six 4-inch baking shells or ceramic ramekins** with butter. Place in 15x10x1-inch pan.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, place scallops, wine, parsley and salt. Add just enough water to cover scallops. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered about 6 minutes or until scallops are white.
  • Remove scallops with slotted spoon; reserve liquid. Heat reserved liquid to boiling. Boil until reduced to 1 cup. Strain and reserve.
  • In same saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Cook mushrooms and shallots in butter 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender. Remove from saucepan.
  • In same saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour. Cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Gradually stir in reserved liquid. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in half-and-half, scallops, mushroom mixture and 1/4 cup of the cheese; heat through.
  • In small bowl, toss bread crumbs and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Divide scallop mixture among baking shells. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and the bread crumbs.
  • Set oven control to broil. Broil baking shells with tops 5 inches from heat 3 to 5 minutes or until crumbs are toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

COQUILLES ST JACQUES A LA PROVENCALE - SCALLOPS WITH GARLIC



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These are so good, I can taste them just typing it! Love scallops--love garlic! Best for first course, a starter, or appetizer (2 scallops/person), possibly could double recipe for larger portions.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 22m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 scallops
2 garlic cloves, smashed
4 ounces butter
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Wash and dry the scallops and separate the coral from the white flesh.
  • Peel and smash the garlic.
  • Melt half the butter in a saucepan and cook the white flesh very gently for 10 minutes, until tender.
  • Season to taste.
  • Place on paper towel and keep hot between two plates over a pan of hot water.
  • Pour out the butter from the pan, wipe it out with paper and add the remaining butter and the coral, cook for 1 minute only on each side.
  • Add the white flesh and the herbs and garlic, leave over the heat just long enough to mix thoroughly and divide between the heated shells, (plates).
  • Serve immediately with a dry rose wine.

HOW TO MAKE COQUILLES SAINT-JACQUES



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For something fancy, this is pretty easy to make. It's one of the world's most delicious dishes. It's rich and decadent, and yet still light.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup diced shallots
½ pound white button mushrooms, sliced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup white wine
1 pound sea scallops
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 egg yolk
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon lemon zest
4 large oven-safe scallop shells
¼ cup shredded Gruyere cheese
1 pinch paprika
8 fresh tarragon leaves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; saute shallots in the hot butter until translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir mushrooms, salt, and black pepper into shallots. Turn heat to medium-high and cook, stirring often, until mushrooms are golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour white wine over mushroom mixture, dissolving any browned bits of food on bottom of skillet into wine; bring to a simmer. Gently place scallops into wine and poach in the mushroom mixture until barely firm, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to a bowl. Strain mushroom mixture into another bowl, reserving mushrooms and cooking liquid separately. Return strained liquid to skillet, pour in any accumulated juices from scallops, and stir in cream. Bring to a boil and cook until cream sauce is reduced by about half, about 10 minutes. Stir often. Turn off heat and let mixture cool for 1 minute.
  • Quickly whisk egg yolk into cream sauce until combined. Transfer skillet to a work surface (such as a heatproof countertop or cutting board) and stir cayenne pepper, 2 teaspoons tarragon, and lemon zest into sauce.
  • Divide mushroom mixture into scallop shells, spreading mushrooms out to cover bottoms of shells; place about 3 scallops onto each portion. Spoon cream sauce over scallops to coat; let sauce drizzle down into mushrooms. Sprinkle lightly with Gruyere cheese and paprika or cayenne.
  • Turn oven's broiler to high. Slightly crinkle a large sheet of aluminum foil and place onto a baking sheet. Place filled shells onto foil and press lightly to help them stay level.
  • Broil about 10 inches from the heat source until sauce is bubbling and cheese is lightly browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to serving plates lined with napkins to prevent shells from tipping; garnish each portion with 2 crossed tarragon leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 161.6 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 318.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality scallops that are fresh and firm.
  • Make sure to clean the scallops thoroughly before cooking.
  • Do not overcook the scallops, as they will become tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of mushrooms for a more flavorful dish.
  • If you don't have white wine, you can use dry vermouth or chicken broth instead.
  • Serve the Coquilles St. Jacques immediately, while they are hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Coquilles St. Jacques à la Parisienne is a classic French dish that is sure to impress your guests. It is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. With its creamy sauce, tender scallops, and flavorful mushrooms, this dish is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dish to serve, give Coquilles St. Jacques à la Parisienne a try. You won't be disappointed.

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