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Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream

Golden seared scallops served in a rich, spicy Cajun cream sauce — quick, elegant, and full of bold flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Seafood
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seared Scallops
  • 1 lb sea scallops side muscle removed
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
Cajun Cream Sauce
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 0.5 cup chicken or seafood stock
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese optional
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet
  • Tongs
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Pat scallops dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter; sear scallops 2 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add butter and garlic to the pan; cook 30 seconds. Stir in Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes.
  4. Add stock, tomato paste, cream, and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Return scallops to sauce, heat through, garnish with parsley and Parmesan, and serve hot.

Notes

For the best sear, make sure scallops are completely dry and the pan is very hot before cooking.