Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing scallops in wine sauce, a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss. These tender and succulent scallops, bathed in a velvety wine sauce, are the epitome of elegance and sophistication. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply seeking a delightful weeknight meal, this dish is guaranteed to impress and satisfy.
Our curated collection of recipes offers a diverse range of flavor profiles and techniques to suit every palate. From the classic French-inspired sauce to a vibrant Thai-infused variation, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience. Dive into the richness of a creamy white wine sauce, or explore the vibrant notes of a savory red wine reduction. With options for both simple pan-seared scallops and more elaborate preparations, these recipes cater to both beginner and seasoned cooks alike.
So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this delectable journey of flavors. Discover how to craft the perfect scallops in wine sauce, sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
PAN SEARED SCALLOPS WITH A GARLIC WHITE WINE SAUCE
This recipe for Pan Seared scallops with a white wine garlic cream sauce is perfect for unexpected guests or an indulgent weeknight meal.
Provided by The Bewitchin Kitchen
Categories Main Course
Time 12m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan, over medium heat add the butter and garlic. Saute for about 1-2 minutes or just right before the garlic begins to brown.
- Deglaze with the wine, turn heat to medium and reduce until half the liquid is gone.
- Add the parsley, red pepper flakes, and cream. Turn the heat to low and simmer until the cream thickens. About 4-6 minutes. Set aside while you cook the scallops.
- Rinse the scallops, pat with a paper towel until dry and season both sides with a little sea salt and pepper.
- In a cast iron pan, over medium high heat, heat the butter and olive oil for a minute or two (or until the pan sizzles when you add a drop or two of water).
- Add the scallops, careful not to overcrowd the pan, and cook until opaque. This is takes about two minutes on each side (depending on the size of scallop.
- Pour the garlic cream sauce over the scallops and serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 395 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Sodium 1563 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g
SCALLOPS IN LEMON WINE SAUCE
Scallops in Lemon Cream is an easy and elegant recipe, perfect for a quick weekday dinner with the family!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Appetizer Dinner Entree Main Course Seafood
Time 22m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Defrost scallops in the fridge if frozen. Dab dry with a paper towel and season with salt & pepper.
- Heat oil over high heat in a nonstick skillet.
- Once the oil is smoking, add scallops and cook 2 minutes or until golden brown.
- Flip scallops over and cook an additional 60 seconds or just until firm and browned. Do not overcook.
- Remove from heat and place on a plate to rest.
- Reduce heat to medium and wipe-out skillet with a paper towel.
- Add 1 tablespoon butter to the pan. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add white wine and cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer 2 minutes more or until slightly thickened. Stir in remaining butter.
- Drizzle sauce over scallops and sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 1026 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH LINGUINI IN A HERB AND WINE SAUCE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Place a large pot of water over high heat and bring up to a boil for the pasta. Once at a boil add some salt and cook pasta to package directions. Hold off on starting the scallops until you drop your pasta.
- Remove the mussel from the scallops then with a paper towel pat them dry and season them with salt and pepper.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil, about 1 turn around the pan and 2 tablespoons of the butter. When butter melts into oil, add scallops. Brown scallops 2 minutes on each side, then remove from pan and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
- Add an additional drizzle of olive oil to the skillet and add the garlic, shallots, crushed red pepper flakes, thyme, a little salt and pepper. Reduce heat a little and saute garlic and shallots 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add wine to the pan and free up any pan drippings. Reduce wine 1 minute, then add seafood stock. Continue to cook for about 1 minute. Add the basil, parsley, lemon zest and juice and the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, shake and stir the mixture until the butter has melted. Add the cooked linguini and cook for about 30 seconds, just to combine and let the pasta soak up the sauce.
- Divide the pasta between 2 serving plates and top with reserved scallops.
- For the side salad, in a bowl combine the arugula and tomatoes, drizzle with a little extra-virgin olive oil, a splash of balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and serve.
- And for dessert, rinse strawberries and arrange on a plate. Serve with a glass of Champagne.
SCALLOPS WITH WHITE WINE SAUCE I
This is a fabulous and easy wine and butter sauce for seafood and vegetables. I especially like it with scallops.
Provided by DEEANN_BUDNEY
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine white wine, wine vinegar, and shallots. Cook until liquid is almost evaporated, approximately 1 tablespoon left. Stir in heavy cream and let boil down until reduced by half. Stir in butter 1 tablespoon at a time, allowing each to melt before adding the next. Keep warm while preparing the scallops.
- Preheat oven on broiler setting.
- Brush scallops with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place under preheated broiler for 2 minutes on each side, until scallops are opaque, with a bit of brown around the edges. Place a spoonful of sauce on each plate, and top with 4 scallops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Fat 33.1 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 269.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
SAVORY SEA SCALLOPS IN WHITE WINE SAUCE
This is such an easy dish but with great end results! I serve it with a pasta such as my Recipe #55679. Yummy!
Provided by polly salama
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy skillet over high heat.
- When oil begins to smoke add scallops.
- Sear each side for one minute or until each side is golden brown.
- Add 1/2 cup of wine and lower heat to medium.
- Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Remove scallops from pan.
- Add remaining wine and lemon juice,and garlic.
- Bring to a boil and reduce by half.
- Add butter, parsley and season with pepper.
- Place scallops on a plate and smother with sauce.
- Serve.
CREAMY SCALLOPS WITH WHITE WINE SAUCE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 22m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and cook the shallots for 4 minutes. Add the wine and vinegar and bring to a simmer. Cook liquid until it starts to thicken. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 8 minutes. Stir in the parsley, salt, pepper and scallops. Simmer the scallops for about two minutes or until they are a milky white. Serve over rice.
SCALLOPS WITH WHITE WINE SAUCE
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and cook the shallots for 2 minutes. Add the wine and vinegar and bring to a simmer. Cook liquid until it starts to thicken. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 4 minutes. Stir in the parsley, salt, pepper and scallops. Simmer the scallops for about two minutes or until they are a milky white. Serve immediately with rice pilaf.
SCALLOPS WITH WHITE WINE SAUCE II
Steps:
- Preheat the oven broiler.
- In a skillet over medium heat, mix the chicken broth, wine, lemon juice, shallot, and garlic. Cook and stir until most of the liquid has been reduced. Stir in the butter until melted.
- Brush the scallops with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet.
- Broil the scallops in the preheated oven about 2 minutes on each side, or until opaque. Serve with the wine sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 99.1 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 3123.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
SCALLOPS IN WINE SAUCE
Make and share this Scallops in Wine Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by threeovens
Categories New Zealand
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Wash and dry scallops. Place scallops in a bowl and cover with wine; add bay leaf and marinate about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, slice mushrooms and set aside. Separate eggs, this recipe only uses the yolks. Beat the yolks slightly.
- Cook the scallops for 15 minutes in the wine over medium-low heat. When done, remove cooked scallops from saucepan and season with salt and pepper; keep warm.
- In the meantime, sauté the mushrooms in 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes or to desired doneness.
- Bring the marinade/cooking liquid to a boil and add 1/2 teaspoon butter. Slowly whisk in egg yolks to thicken. Season with a little salt and pepper.
- To serve, arrange buttered toast on individual dishes. Top each with scallops and sautéed mushrooms. Spoon wine sauce over top and garnish with parsley and lemon wedge. (The original recipes calls for the bread to be fried in butter, so do that if you wish).
SCALLOPS IN CREAMY WINE SAUCE
Sea scallops baked in a creamy wine sauce. Rich and decadent, but oh so good !!! Perfect for a special occasion. Don't overcook the scallops !!! Adapted from The Fisherman's Wharf Cookbook in San Francisco.
Provided by Imagenie
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Saute the scallops in 3 tablespoons butter until golden brown. Add the dry white wine, stirring well. Then transfer the scallops to a buttered casserole.
- Saute the mushroooms and onion in 2 tablespoons butter for 7 minutes.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in another saucepan and add the flour, blending well. Then add the Sherry and cook gently for a few minutes. Next slowly add the milk and cream (mixed), stirring constantly until well blended. Season with salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- When the sauce has thickened, remove from heat, and stir in the beaten egg yolk.
- Pour the sauce over the scallops in the casserole and top with bread crumbs, and dot with butter.
- Bake the casserole in a preheated 350 degree oven for 10 minutes, or until the top is browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1365.4, Fat 91.8, SaturatedFat 56.1, Cholesterol 441.3, Sodium 817.7, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 6, Protein 51.7
SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS IN WINE SAUCE
Looking for a hearty dinner? Then check out this shrimp and scallops dish that is ready in just 30 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic, onions, carrots and parsley in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrots are crisp-tender.
- Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until shrimp are pink and firm and scallops are white.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and ensure that your scallops are cooked perfectly.
- Choose the right scallops: Look for dry scallops that are about 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Avoid scallops that are wet or slimy, as these may be old or spoiled.
- Sear the scallops properly: To get a nice sear on your scallops, make sure your pan is hot before adding them. Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the scallops will not cook evenly. Cook the scallops in batches if necessary.
- Use a good quality white wine: The wine you use will play a big role in the flavor of the sauce. Choose a dry white wine that you enjoy drinking.
- Reduce the wine sauce: Reducing the wine sauce will concentrate the flavors and give it a thicker consistency. Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, or until it has reduced by about half.
- Serve the scallops immediately: Scallops are best served immediately after they are cooked. They can be served over rice, pasta, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Scallops in wine sauce is a classic French dish that is both elegant and delicious. It is a great choice for a special occasion dinner or a romantic meal. The scallops are perfectly seared and the wine sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to impress your guests.
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