SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CHEDDAR-ONION GRITS
My holiday guests love shrimp and grits, but I wanted to shake things up one year. These pan scallops are crisp and tender and contrast well with the creamy cheddar grits. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add onions and salt; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add broth to onion mixture; bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese and sour cream until cheese is melted. Remove from heat; keep warm., Meanwhile, pat scallops dry with paper towels. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Press flat sides into cornmeal. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm., Serve with grits; sprinkle with parsley.
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[email protected]The scallops were a bit overcooked, but the grits were really good.
Jamila Ahmad
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.
Trystan L√∏ghry
[email protected]I'm not a fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the grits were delicious.
Tayquan Dukes
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the scallops and the grits.
Prinka Salami
[email protected]This is my new favorite scallop recipe! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy.
Emma Hejhal
[email protected]I thought the dish was a bit bland. It needed more seasoning.
Mahmud Khan
[email protected]The scallops were a bit overcooked for my taste, but the grits were delicious.
ibrownn
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful.
Enebeli kelvin
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of grits, but these were really good! The cheddar and onion flavors really made them.
Vangjel Salla
[email protected]The flavors in this dish were amazing! The scallops were tender and juicy, the grits were creamy and cheesy, and the onion added a nice sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.
Cynthia Sims
[email protected]These scallops were cooked to perfection! They were seared beautifully and the cheddar onion grits were the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again.