VOL-AU-VENT OF LOUISIANA SEAFOOD

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Vol-Au-Vent of Louisiana seafood image

This is a delectable combination of fresh local shellfish in a rich, creamy sauce reminiscent of the old-fashioned Newburg sauce, but a touch spicier. The vol-au-vent--a large version of what Orleanians call a "patty shell" should be bought fresh from a French baker. (I guess you could make it yourself, but the work is ridiculous.)

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Cajun

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1 tablespoon chopped french shallot
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 cups heavy cream
1 pinch saffron thread
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 pinch ground ginger
1 pinch cayenne
1/2 teaspoon fresh tarragon (or 1/4 tsp. dried)
1 lb sea scallops
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 dozen oysters
6 large vol-au-vent cases

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Saute the green onions and shallots until they're limp.
  • Add the wine and bring it to a boil.
  • Reduce until most of the liquid is gone.
  • Add the cream, saffron, salt, pepper, cayenne and ginger, and bring to a light boil.
  • (Also add tarragon at this point if using dried.) Add scallops and shrimp.
  • Cook for four minutes, then add oysters and fresh tarragon.
  • Cook until edges of oysters are curly.
  • Throughout the process, agitate pan to slosh the sauce over the seafoods.
  • Spoon the seafoods into a puff pastry shell, until seafoods and sauce run over the top and onto the plate.

Dipesh Timalsina
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This was a delicious dish. The pastry was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


RozwN Ali
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ru wi Bea
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I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit. I like to experiment with different fillings, and it's always delicious.


team kingz kinda_house
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This was my first time making vol-au-vent, and it turned out great! I was worried that it would be too difficult, but the instructions were easy to follow.


Bhabuk kunwar Kunwar (Bha-book.?)
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I made this for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover seafood.


Prince Shahin
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it.


Khankhan Imrankhan
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I loved this dish. The pastry was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


Abdikadir Yussuf
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This recipe was a disaster. The pastry didn't rise, and the filling was bland.


Zimdera Hassan
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The pastry was a bit dry, but the filling was delicious.


Karim Benkyane
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Easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely make this again.


MY LIFE ATMS
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This was a delicious and elegant dish. I made it for a special occasion, and it was a big hit.


Sarang akbar Palari
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to serve it with a side of rice or mashed potatoes.


Rekt YT
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The vol-au-vent was a little too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think I'll try making it with a lighter filling next time.


Joaquin Martin
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This was my first time making vol-au-vent, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the dish was a hit with my family.


Happy Cwele
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I like to add a little extra Old Bay seasoning to the filling for a bit of a kick.


Shankar Ghimire
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This vol-au-vent was a hit at my dinner party! The seafood filling was flavorful and creamy, and the pastry was flaky and light. I will definitely be making this again.