Indulge in a romantic culinary journey with sautéed Peconic Bay scallops, a dish that embodies the essence of Valentine's Day. These tender and succulent scallops, sourced from the pristine waters of Peconic Bay, are expertly seared to perfection, delivering a symphony of flavors that tantalize the taste buds. Accompanied by a medley of sautéed vegetables, including sweet bell peppers, crisp asparagus, and succulent mushrooms, this dish offers a vibrant tapestry of colors and textures. The delicate sweetness of the scallops harmonizes beautifully with the earthy notes of the vegetables, creating a harmonious balance that will leave you and your loved one utterly captivated. As a delightful accompaniment, the recipe also includes a luscious beurre blanc sauce, a classic French emulsion that elevates the scallops to a new level of decadence. With its velvety texture and rich, buttery flavor, the beurre blanc sauce adds an extra layer of indulgence, making each bite an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a seasoned home chef or just starting your culinary adventure, this sautéed Peconic Bay scallops recipe is sure to impress, ensuring a Valentine's Day dinner that will create cherished memories.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BAY SCALLOPS WITH GARLIC PARSLEY BUTTER SAUCE
They say smell is the sense most closely linked to memory recall, and that was certainly the case while making these garlicky, buttery bay scallops on toast. As waves of the wonderful aromas wafted up from the pan, they brought back a flood of vivid memories of my first kitchen job.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Canapes and Crostini Recipes
Time 13m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spread 1/2 tablespoon butter on one side of each piece of toasted Italian bread. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. When oil begins to smoke, pour scallops into pan. Cook for 30 seconds without stirring.
- Toss scallops in pan and stir in garlic. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir wine and lemon juice into scallops, bring to a boil, and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Stir parsley and cold butter into scallops and remove from heat. When butter melts, stir in salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Spoon scallops over buttered toast and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 148.5 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 45.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 780.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
SAUTEED SCALLOPS
A very simple recipe for how delicious it is! Just crush the garlic with the side of a chef's knife blade instead of chopping it, and using whole sprigs of rosemary allows them to be easily removed before serving.
Provided by Pati
Categories Seafood Shellfish Scallops
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a medium size saucepan melt butter over medium-high heat. Add crushed garlic and whole sprigs of rosemary to the saucepan. Add scallops, cook for 2 minutes on each side (or until desired consistency). Remove the garlic and rosemary from pan. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 135.9 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 529.6 mg
SAUTEED BAY SCALLOPS WITH LEMON BUTTER
Provided by Food Network
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Choose a saute pan large enough to hold all of the scallops in one layer without overcrowding the pan or without them touching each other. Cook in batches if necessary. Heat the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter until nearly smoking. Add the scallops and do not move or shake pan, but allow the scallops to brown well on one side before tossing the pan to flip them or gently turning them with a spatula to cook the second side.
- Remove the scallops from the pan and place on a warm serving platter. Return the pan in which the scallops had been cooked to the fire, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of sweet butter, and cook until the butter begins to turn a light brown color. When the butter has browned to a hazelnut color add the lemon juice and chopped parsley.
- Pour the classic lemon butter over the scallops, garnish with heart-shaped croutons and serve promptly.
SAUTéED SCALLOPS
Sea scallops and bay scallops differ in size and sweetness. They also cook a little differently. I love a good hard sear on a sea scallop, a little crust, and a splash of wine in the butter at the end to provide a silky acidity against the sweet of the meat. For the tiny, sweet bay scallop, though, I prefer a gentle butter bath. Whichever you cook, be very careful not to overcook. Indeed, there is almost no such thing as an undercooked scallop.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories seafood, main course
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place a large sauté pan or skillet over medium-high heat, and add to it 3 tablespoons of the butter. When it has melted and started to foam, place the scallops in the pan in a single layer, and season with a pinch or two of salt.
- Cook scallops without moving until the bottoms are golden brown, approximately 2 to 3 minutes, then turn them over, add the wine and cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 158, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 9 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 446 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PECONIC BAY SCALLOPS IN A LIGHT BROTH
Provided by Nancy Arum
Categories dinner, main course
Time 15m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Wash and trim any muscle clinging to the scallops.
- Peel and finely julienne the vegetables. Do not discard trimmings.
- Place scallop trimmings and vegetable trimmings in a saucepan with a few parsley stems, shallot trimmings and whole peppercorns. Add the light chicken stock and cook until you have reduced it to half. Add the heavy cream, simmer for a few minutes, strain and reserve until ready to cook the scallops.
- In a heavy skillet, place the julienned vegetables with the chopped shallots and the scallops and add the vermouth. Cover and steam. When the scallops are cooked - approximately two minutes - add the broth and bring to a simmer. Add chopped parsley and basil and serve in a deep soup bowl or casserole.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 292, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 864 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BAKED BAY SCALLOPS
So good and easy to make.
Provided by Pam Crist
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Pour melted butter into a casserole dish. Distribute butter and scallops evenly inside the dish.
- 2. Combine the bread crumbs, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, minced garlic and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture over the scallops.
- 3. Bake in pre-heated oven until scallops are firm, about 20 minutes.
BAY SCALLOPS PROVENçAL
Sometimes the best pairings are accidental. One weekend when I had some work to do, I asked my husband to go to the local fish market and pick up one of their marvelous chowders that could be reheated for lunch. He came home instead with a pound of local bay scallops, the first of the season (and abundant this year). Now I had to cook. Fortunately, I had other suitable ingredients on hand and in less than 30 minutes, lunch was on the table. Not one to let a tasting opportunity go to waste, I figured the dish I almost literally threw together would be compatible with a bottle of simple white Burgundy. It had just enough richness in the glass.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories easy, quick, weekday, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 2 to 3 main-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season the flour with some salt and pepper and toss the scallops in it. Heat the oil in a 10- to 12-inch skillet. Add the shallot and garlic and sauté over medium heat a few minutes, until soft. Remove, draining well to keep most of the oil in the pan. Increase the heat to medium-high. Shake excess flour from the scallops and sauté them, tossing, until lightly browned.
- Return the shallot and garlic to the skillet. Add the tomatoes and sauté until they soften, a minute or so. Add the lemon juice and wine and stir just until the ingredients are well combined. With a slotted spoon, transfer the scallops to a warm serving dish. (It's fine if some vegetables hitch a ride with the scallops.)
- Increase the heat to high and reduce the liquid until it thickens to the consistency of heavy cream. Lower heat, swirl in the butter and check the seasoning. Fold in the parsley. Pour the sauce over the scallops and arrange the toast around the platter.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 321, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 661 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SEARED SCALLOPS WITH TARRAGON-BUTTER SAUCE
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Sauté Quick & Easy Dinner Scallop White Wine Tarragon Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pat scallops dry and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper (total).
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides, then sear scallops, turning once, until golden brown and just cooked through, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to a platter.
- Add shallot, wine, and vinegar to skillet and boil, scraping up brown bits, until reduced to 2 tablespoons. Add juices from platter and if necessary boil until liquid is reduced to about 1/4 cup. Reduce heat to low and add 3 tablespoons butter, stirring until almost melted, then add remaining 3 tablespoons butter and swirl until incorporated and sauce has a creamy consistency. Stir in tarragon and salt to taste; pour sauce over scallops.
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. It will help you stay organized and ensure that your scallops are cooked perfectly.
- Choose the Right Scallops: Look for fresh, dry scallops that are plump and have a slightly sweet smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have an off odor.
- Pat Scallops Dry: Before searing, pat the scallops dry with a paper towel. This will help prevent them from steaming and ensure that they get a nice golden crust.
- Sear Scallops Over High Heat: Sear the scallops over high heat for a few minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Don't overcrowd the pan, or the scallops will steam instead of sear.
- Use a Thermometer: If you're not sure if the scallops are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The scallops are done when they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Don't Overcook the Scallops: Scallops are very delicate and can easily be overcooked. Overcooked scallops will be tough and chewy. Once they are cooked through, remove them from the pan immediately.
- Serve Immediately: Scallops are best served immediately after they are cooked. You can garnish them with fresh herbs, lemon wedges, or a drizzle of olive oil.
Conclusion:
Sautéed Peconic Bay scallops are a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion like Valentine's Day. By following these tips, you can ensure that your scallops are cooked perfectly and that your dish is a success. So next time you're looking for a special way to impress your loved one, try this recipe for sautéed Peconic Bay scallops. You won't be disappointed!
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