Best 6 Shrimp And Scallop Sauté Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with succulent shrimp and scallops, the stars of this delectable dish. These two seafood treasures are perfectly paired, offering a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The shrimp, with its delicate sweetness, and the scallops, with their tender, slightly briny flavor, complement each other beautifully. This recipe collection features a diverse range of preparations, ensuring that every palate finds its perfect match. From a classic sauté to a creamy scampi, these recipes showcase the versatility of these seafood gems. Whether you prefer a quick and easy weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party dish, you're sure to find a recipe here that suits your needs and desires. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure with our carefully curated selection of shrimp and scallop sauté recipes.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS IN WINE SAUCE



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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

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced (1 cup)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 pound uncooked peeled deveined medium shrimp, thawed if frozen and tails peeled
1 pound sea scallops, cut in half
1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

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

SAUTEED SCALLOPS & SHRIMP PASTA



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I created this tempting seafood pasta for my wife. It's a terrific meal served with crusty sourdough. If you don't like spice, skip the red pepper flakes. -George Levinthal, Goleta, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
6 sea scallops (about 12 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1-1/2 cups (about 3 to 4 ounces) small fresh mushrooms, halved
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth
4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, divided
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil

Steps:

  • Pat shrimp and scallops dry; sprinkle with seafood seasoning., In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Cook and stir mushrooms about 3 minutes. Add peas; cook until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes. Remove. Add shallots and 1 tablespoon butter; cook and stir until starting to soften, 1-2 minutes. Stir in wine; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until ready to serve., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Return pasta to pan. Over low heat, stir in 1/4 cup parsley, garlic, pepper flakes, salt, mushroom mixture and remaining butter, adding enough reserved pasta water to moisten., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops and shrimp; sear until scallops are golden brown and firm and shrimp turn pink, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Combine with pasta and sauce; sprinkle with remaining parsley., ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 733 calories, Fat 35g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 210mg cholesterol, Sodium 1263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

SHRIMP AND SCALLOP SCAMPI WITH LINGUINE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 29m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
1 pound linguine
12 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 large sea scallops, tough foot muscles removed
Freshly ground pepper
3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for garnish
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup torn fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook as the label directs.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the shrimp and scallops dry, then season with salt and pepper. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons butter to the pan and cook the shrimp until golden on one side, about 3 minutes. Turn the shrimp and add half of the garlic; cook until the garlic is fragrant but the shrimp are still translucent, 1 to 2 more minutes. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
  • Add the scallops to the skillet and cook until golden on one side, about 3 minutes. Turn the scallops, add the remaining garlic and cook 1 to 2 more minutes. Add the lemon juice and wine and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Cook until the sauce is reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Return the shrimp to the pan, then add the basil and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter; season with salt and pepper.
  • Drain the pasta and transfer to a large serving bowl. Toss with the shrimp, scallops and sauce; garnish with parsley and lemon.

SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 cloves shallots, chopped
2 cups white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1 teaspoon chopped thyme leaves
2 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 pounds (20/30 count) sea scallops
1 1/2 pounds (16/20 count) shrimp peeled and deveined with tails left on
1 1/2 to 2 pounds cooked pasta or rice, for an accompaniment
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, heat 1/4 cup oil and cook garlic and shallot until translucent, about 2 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the wine, and add parsley, basil and thyme and let the liquid reduce by half. Using a fine strainer, strain the reduction into a clean saucepan and add the cream. Over low heat, let the sauce reduce to medium thickness. To the now empty saute pan, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, saute scallops, cook until opaque and remove to a utility platter in a warm place. Then use the same pan to saute shrimp just until pink, and remove to the utility platter. Add cream sauce to saute pan to toss the drained pasta or rice with the cream sauce and seafood, reserving a few scallops and shrimp for the top. Transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle with cheese, as garnish. Arrange shrimp and scallops on top and garnish with basil sprigs.

SHRIMP OR SCALLOPS IN GARLIC BUTTER



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This dish is really quick, and easy to prepare, but its filled with terrific, rich flavor. I've made it with both the shrimp and the scallops, and both worked very well.

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp or 1 lb sea scallops, your choice
3 tablespoons butter
1 small shallot, finely minced
3 cloves garlic, mashed into a paste (or finely minced)
2 tablespoons sherry wine
2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat butter over medium high heat.
  • When butter begins to foam, add the garlic paste and shallot and saute for a minute or two, to soften a bit.
  • Add the seafood of your choice: For the shrimp, saute for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
  • For the scallops, saute 3-5 minutes, or until scallops turn opaque.
  • Once the seafood is cooked through, remove to a plate and cover.
  • Add the sherry to the melted butter and warm through for about a minute or two.
  • Pour sauce over seafood, top with parsley, and serve.

SHRIMP, SCALLOP, AND MUSHROOM SAUTE



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Make and share this Shrimp, Scallop, and Mushroom Saute recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
3/4 lb large scallop, halved
3/4 lb medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
6 green onions, sliced (include some tender green tops)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add in scallops; saute until they turn opaque, about 3 minutes.
  • Add in shrimp; saute until they turn pink, about 3 minutes.
  • With a slotted spoon, remove scallops and shrimp to a plate.
  • Add in onions, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms; saute until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes (add more butter, if necessary).
  • Stir in wine, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; cook until liquid is slightly reduced, 2-3 minutes.
  • Return scallops and shrimp to sauce; cook until reheated and flavors are blended, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in parsley; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.1, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 172.9, Sodium 325.6, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2, Protein 33.5

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, ensure all your ingredients are prepped and measured. This will make the cooking process smoother and less stressful.
  • Use Fresh Seafood: For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality shrimp and scallops. Avoid frozen seafood if possible.
  • Season Liberally: Don't be afraid to season your seafood generously. Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add other spices like garlic powder, paprika, or Old Bay seasoning.
  • Cook Seafood Properly: Shrimp and scallops cook quickly, so it's essential to cook them over high heat for a short time. Overcooking will make them tough and rubbery.
  • Add Vegetables: Vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and broccoli make great additions to this dish. They add color, flavor, and nutrients.
  • Use a Good Sauce: The sauce is what brings all the flavors together in this dish. Use a sauce that you enjoy, whether it's a simple butter sauce, a creamy Alfredo sauce, or a tangy tomato sauce.
  • Serve Immediately: Shrimp and scallop sautés are best served immediately after cooking. The seafood will be at its best flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and scallop sautés are a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy these two delicious seafood delicacies. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish that's both flavorful and healthy, give shrimp and scallop sauté a try. You won't be disappointed!

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