Creamy scallops gratin
An easy starter, creamy scallops gratin that will please both kids and grownups alike.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 scallops drained and patted dry
- 1 tablespoon of grated shallots
- 1/2 cup of crème fraiche or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of white wine
- 1/2 cup of grated gruyere cheese
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 2-3 tablespoons of breadcrumbs
- 1-2 sprigs of fresh parsley
- pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a saucepan at low temperature, soften the butter and mix in the grated shallots.
- (If scallops are frozen, let them defrost or cook them lightly on a pan in oil for about 5 minutes.)
- Add the cream, white wine, salt and pepper to the mixture.
- Bring the mixture to a boil for 5 minutes while mixing.
- Add the cheese to the sauce, and whisk in to let it melt.
- Place the scallops on the shells and add prepared sauce on top.
- Sprinkle some breadcrumbs and a small amount of parsley on top of the sauce and the scallops.
- Bake the scallops in the oven for 15 minutes at 200C (400F°) until it turns golden brown.
- Place on seashell plate and serve while warm.
Notes
The above quantities are for 1 serving of scallops per person, as a starter. Adjust quantities if you wish to serve more.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 12gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 389mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
Please note: We are not certified nutritionists and these estimates written and produced for entertainment purposes only.