Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delectable Crispy Scallops with Tarragon Cream, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish, meticulously crafted with plump scallops seared to golden perfection and enveloped in a velvety tarragon cream sauce, promises an extraordinary dining experience. Accompanying this main course is a medley of culinary delights, including a refreshing Heirloom Tomato Salad that bursts with vibrant colors and flavors, Rustic Bread brimming with warm, crusty goodness, and a luscious Blueberry Tart that offers a sweet and tangy finale to your meal. Each recipe is carefully curated to provide a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, ensuring a memorable gastronomic adventure.
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SCALLOPS WITH TARRAGON CREAM AND WILTED BUTTER LETTUCE
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Milk/Cream Leafy Green Herb Appetizer Sauté Quick & Easy Low Cal Scallop Fall Tarragon Lettuce Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in small skillet over medium heat. Add shallots; sauté 3 minutes. Add wine; boil until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Add cream, 3 teaspoons tarragon, and Pernod, if using. Simmer until sauce coats back of spoon, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper; cook until brown and almost cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to plate. Add lettuce to drippings in skillet; toss until beginning to wilt, about 1 minute. Spoon sauce onto 2 plates; divide lettuce between plates. Place 4 scallops on each plate; sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon tarragon.
SEARED SCALLOPS WITH TARRAGON CREAM
Steps:
- Pat scallops dry. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add scallops and cook until brown on bottom, about 3minutes. Turn scallops over and cook until opaque in center, about 1 minute longer. Transfer scallops to plate. Tent with foil.
- Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in same skillet. Add flour, stir 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk. Simmer until thick and smooth, stirring often, about 3 minutes. Stir in tarragon and any juices from scallops on plate. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon onto plates. Arrange scallops, brown side up, atop sauce.
PAN-SEARED SCALLOPS WITH TARRAGON WHITE WINE SAUCE
This is one of those elegant meals that are simple and quick to make. If you are using frozen scallops thaw first. The oil should be hot before adding the scallops to keep them from sticking to the pan. Don't turn the scallops to soon or they will stick and tear. Only turn once when they are cooking otherwise the meat will dry out. Found this in Canadian Living.
Provided by heather in Ont
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pull muscle off each scallop; discard. Pat scallops dry; dredge with cornstarch.
- In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; sear scallops until opaque and crispy brown on both sides, about 4 minutes. Transfer to plate. Wash out skillet.
- Tarragon White Wine Sauce:.
- In same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; cook shallot, salt and pepper; until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add wine; cook, stirring until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Add cream; cook, stirring until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Stir in tarragon and chives. The sauce is ready when it coats the back of a spoon.
- Return scallops to pan; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.7, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 39.9, Sodium 232.2, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 6.8
TARRAGON LOVER'S SCALLOPS
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/2 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Place half of the scallops in the skillet without crowding; cook until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Remove scallops to a plate. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/2 tablespoon butter in the skillet, and cook remaining scallops. Remove to plate.
- Wipe out skillet, and return skillet to medium heat. Pour in wine, and boil 1 or 2 minutes, until reduced to about 2 tablespoons. Reduce heat to low, and whisk in the remaining 4 tablespoons butter; just softening butter to form a smooth sauce. Stir in salt, lemon zest, and tarragon. Pour sauce over scallops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 959.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
Tips:
- To ensure the scallops are crispy, pat them dry with paper towels before searing.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or pan to prevent the scallops from sticking.
- Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- To make the tarragon cream, use fresh tarragon leaves for the best flavor.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or yogurt.
- Serve the scallops immediately with the tarragon cream and your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
These crispy scallops with tarragon cream are a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are cooked to perfection and the tarragon cream adds a light and flavorful touch. Serve this dish with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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