Coquilles Saint-Jacques Au Four

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Classic French baked scallops in a creamy mushroom sauce with a golden breadcrumb topping
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Coquilles Saint-Jacques Au Four

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 199.8

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This elegant Coquilles Saint-Jacques Au Four transforms tender sea scallops into a luxurious baked dish. The scallops are nestled in a rich, velvety sauce made with earthy mushrooms and fresh parsley, then topped with a crisp, buttery breadcrumb crust. As they bake, the tops turn golden brown while the interior remains delicate and moist. It is a sophisticated yet approachable meal perfect for date nights or special dinner parties. The combination of briny seafood, savory mushrooms, and bright lemon notes creates a balanced flavor profile that feels both comforting and refined.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC) and lightly grease scallop shells or small ramekins.
  2. Rinse the scallops under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and discard any dark side muscle.
  3. If using large sea scallops, slice each one horizontally into four thinner pieces.
  4. Arrange the scallop pieces neatly in the prepared shells or ramekins.
  5. Season the scallops generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  6. In a small bowl, mix finely chopped mushrooms and finely chopped parsley.
  7. Spoon the mushroom and parsley mixture evenly over the scallops in each shell.
  8. Sprinkle a layer of bread crumbs over the mushroom mixture to create a topping.
  9. Dot each shell with small pieces of butter and drizzle 1 teaspoon of dry white wine over each portion.
  10. Place the shells on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the scallops are opaque and the topping is golden.
  11. Remove from the oven, squeeze a few drops of fresh lemon juice over each serving, and garnish with a sprig of parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 199.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.6g3%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Cholesterol 79.5mg27%
Sodium 1271.2mg53%
Total Carbohydrate 12.3g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 12.3g
Protein 29.5g59%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: scallops, french, baked, mushrooms, seafood, dinner, bread crumbs, white wine, parsley, lemon, butterm, elegant, shellfish, oven, classic
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