Description
Irresistibly Juicy Cajun Scallops in Creamy Sauce Delight features perfectly seared scallops coated in a bold Cajun-spiced creamy sauce. This quick and flavorful seafood dinner delivers restaurant-quality results in under 25 minutes, making it perfect for both weeknights and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Cajun mustard or grainy mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Pat scallops completely dry and season both sides with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear scallops 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove scallops from skillet and set aside.
- Add garlic to skillet and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir gently.
- Add Dijon mustard, Cajun mustard, and lemon juice.
- Simmer sauce until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return scallops to skillet and coat with sauce.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Use dry-packed scallops for best sear. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain heat and ensure proper browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: cajun scallops, creamy scallops, seared scallops, cajun seafood