Best 6 Seared Scallops With Orange Beurre Blanc Recipes

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Embrace a culinary journey like no other with our tantalizing seared scallops, elegantly adorned with an irresistible orange beurre blanc sauce. These succulent scallops, boasting a golden-brown crust and a tender, juicy interior, dance harmoniously with the vibrant orange beurre blanc, a symphony of citrusy zest and creamy richness. Accompanying this delightful duo are three complementary recipes, each adding its own unique touch to the overall experience. Indulge in a refreshing orange salad with zesty orange segments, crunchy fennel, and a hint of mint, providing a burst of freshness to balance the richness of the scallops. Elevate your meal with a side of sautéed asparagus, tender-crisp and bursting with natural flavors, adding a touch of verdant elegance to the plate. Complete your culinary adventure with a classic risotto, creamy and decadent, infused with the subtle aroma of white wine and the nutty flavor of Parmesan cheese, serving as the perfect foundation for the主役of the dish - the seared scallops. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SEARED SCALLOPS



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For a seafood supper tonight, try Alton Brown's foolproof Seared Scallops recipe. The trick is to add a touch of butter to the pan for a golden sear.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 8m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 to 1 1/4 pounds dry sea scallops, approximately 16
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove the small side muscle from the scallops, rinse with cold water and thoroughly pat dry.
  • Add the butter and oil to a 12 to 14-inch saute pan on high heat. Salt and pepper the scallops. Once the fat begins to smoke, gently add the scallops, making sure they are not touching each other. Sear the scallops for 1 1/2 minutes on each side. The scallops should have a 1/4-inch golden crust on each side while still being translucent in the center. Serve immediately.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH TARRAGON-BUTTER SAUCE



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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

1 1/4 pounds large sea scallops, tough ligament from side of each discarded
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon

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.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE BEURRE BLANC



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Categories     Shellfish     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Number Of Ingredients 15

For the Orange Beurre Blanc
1/2 Cup dry White Wine
1 Tablespoon Sherry Cooking Wine
1 1/2 Shallots, peeled and roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried Ginger Powder or fresh chopped Ginger
1 small Bay Leaf
1 stick Unsalted Butter, cut into small slices
1/8 cup Heavy Cream
1/4 cup Orange Juice
1 teaspoon grated Orange zest
For the Seared Scallops
1 Lb Dry Sea Scallops
1 Tablespoon Unsalted Butter
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper

Steps:

  • Method - Make the Beurre Blanc In a medium sauce pan over high heat, combine wine, sherry, shallots, ginger and they bay leaf. Allow to boil and reduce until consistency is syrupy Add the cream and cook until mixture reduces slightly more. Turn the heat to medium low and remove the bay leaf. Mix in each pat of butter slowly, one by one, taking care not to let the sauce come to a boil. When all the butter has been stirred in, add the orange juice. Beurre Blanc with an Orange Twist, Photo: NK Keep the sauce warm on the lowest possible heat, stirring occasionally. When ready to serve, strain solids out of the butter sauce and drizzle over desired protein. Next up, prepare the seared Scallops: Method: Trim the muscle off the side of the scallops. Rinse with water and then pat until thoroughly dried. Add the butter and oil into a large sauté pan over very high heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, and add to the pan once the butter and oil begin smoking. Sear the scallops for 2 minutes on each side, creating a nice crust on each end. Remove from pan and serve immediately. To Finish: Plate scallops and drizzle with beurre blanc. Optional garnish with Pea Shoots or other micro-greens, sliced Oranges, and optionally serve alongside the green cauliflower.

SEARED SEA SCALLOPS



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Seared on the outside with a light crust and tender on the inside. You may vary the amounts of all seasonings to suit your taste.

Provided by CHRISADAMS

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons lemon pepper
16 sea scallops, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
4 teaspoons lemon juice, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, oregano, thyme and lemon pepper. Roll scallops in flour mixture until lightly coated on all sides.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet or frying pan over high heat. Add 4 scallops to the pan and sear on all sides (about 2 minutes for each side). After turning scallops, add 1 tablespoon parsley and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Remove scallops from pan and place on a plate in the oven to keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Repeat until remaining scallops are cooked, tossing each batch with parsley and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1250.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH HOT SAUCE BEURRE BLANC



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This dish mixes a lot of things I love, including butter and the taste of New Orleans's Crystal hot sauce. The scallops need to be dry, a term that refers to how they are processed. It's best to sear with a very hot, heavy nonstick pan, though you can sear a scallop in stainless or cast iron. Patience and a smoking hot pan are key. Really get a good sear on the scallop before you flip it. The salsa provides a way to use the feathery tops of a fennel bulb, but tarragon or other herbs can be substituted.

Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     dinner, lunch, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large shallot, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fennel fronds
1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 pound large dry-processed sea scallops (about 12)
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil
2 tablespoons white wine
Juice of 1 large lemon
1/4 cup Crystal hot sauce (Frank's or Texas Pete's can be substituted; do not use Tabasco)
2 sticks (1/2 pound) chilled butter, cut into cubes

Steps:

  • Mix shallot, fennel fronds, cherry tomatoes, olive oil and vinegar in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Pat scallops dry on both sides with a paper towel; they must be extremely dry. Sprinkle one side with kosher salt and a small grind of black pepper.
  • Heat oil in a good-quality, nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. When oil is very hot and begins to shimmer and release a slight amount of smoke, place scallops in the pan in a single layer and reduce heat to medium. (Depending on the size of the pan, scallops may have to be cooked in two batches.) Let cook undisturbed for approximately 2 minutes or until bottoms begin to brown and caramelize. Flip scallops, cook for another minute and then remove to a warm plate.
  • Turn heat back to medium-high and add wine, lemon juice and hot sauce, stirring to remove browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Reduce for a minute or 2, then turn heat to low. Whisk in butter, a tablespoon at a time, until sauce becomes emulsified and glossy. Stir in any juices from the scallops, then remove from heat.
  • To serve, spoon sauce onto four individual plates or a platter, place scallops on sauce and top each with a spoonful of salsa.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 616, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 57 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 30 grams, Sodium 832 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 2 grams

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH GARLIC BEURRE BLANC



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When you need to impress but you're short on time, our scallops are seared golden brown and served with a creamy, garlicky wine butter sauce. Ready in only 20 minutes.

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup Land O Lakes® Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
1 lb large sea scallops
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • In large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium-high heat. Cook scallops in butter about 5 minutes, turning once, until golden brown on outside and white and opaque inside. Remove scallops to serving plate; cover to keep warm.
  • Add garlic, shallot, wine and vinegar to skillet, stirring to loosen brown particles. Cook until liquid is reduced to less than half. Reduce heat to low; add 4 tablespoons butter. Cook and stir until butter is melted. Add remaining 3 tablespoons butter; cook and stir until sauce is thickened and creamy.
  • Press sauce through fine strainer; discard solids. Pour sauce over scallops. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • Select high-quality scallops: Choose dry, plump scallops with a sweet, briny aroma. Avoid any scallops that appear slimy or have an off odor.
  • Pat scallops dry: Before cooking, pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help them sear better and prevent them from steaming.
  • Sear scallops in a hot pan: Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle over high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the scallops and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: To prevent the scallops from steaming, cook them in a single layer. If you're cooking a large batch, work in batches.
  • Make sure the beurre blanc is emulsified: To make a smooth and creamy beurre blanc, whisk the butter into the reduction slowly, one tablespoon at a time. If the beurre blanc starts to separate, remove it from the heat and whisk in a little cold water until it comes back together.
  • Serve scallops with orange beurre blanc immediately: The scallops are best served immediately, while they are still hot and juicy. The beurre blanc will also thicken as it cools, so it's best to enjoy it while it's still warm.

Conclusion:

Seared scallops with orange beurre blanc is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are cooked to perfection and the beurre blanc is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to impress your guests.

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