rich and creamy coquilles st. jacques

7 Pinches
Grapeview, WA
Updated on Oct 8, 2015

We love this dish. By Pol Martin, a well-known Canadian chef.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound scallops
  • 1/4 pound mushrooms, halved or sliced depending upon size
  • 1 - shallot, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons dry vermouth
  • 1 1/2 cups cold water
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 pinch fennel
  • 3 - drops lemon juice
  • - salt and pepper

How To Make rich and creamy coquilles st. jacques

  • Step 1
    With 1 tablespoon butter, lightly grease deep pan. Add scallops, mushrooms, shallot, chives, fennel, vermouth, water, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Cover with waxed paper and bring to boil.
  • Step 2
    When boiling, remove pan from heat. Let stand 3 to 4 minutes. Use slotted spoon and remove scallops; set aside. Replace pan over high heat and boil 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Heat remaining butter in saucepan. Add flour and cook 2 minutes over low heat; stir constantly.
  • Step 4
    Pour cooking liquid into saucepan containing flour; incorporate with whisk. Add cream and mix well; continue cooking 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Replace scallops in sauce and correct seasoning. Mix well and sprinkle with lemon juice to taste.
  • Step 6
    Serve immediately.

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Culture: French
Ingredient: Seafood
Category: Seafood
Method: Stove Top

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