Abalone Almondine

1. 1

   Pour milk into a large shallow bowl.

2. 2

   In another shallow bowl, combine flour seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper and corn meal.

3. 3

   Melt 1/2 cup butter over moderate heat in a heavy 12 to 14 inch skillet.

4. 4

   While the butter is melting, dip each abalone steak first into the milk, then the flour mixture, so that each piece is well coated.

5. 5

   When the butter in the skillet has stopped foaming, quickly saute each steak on each side no more than 15 to 20 seconds per side.

6. 6

   IMPORTANT: Overcooking will cause the abalone to be tough and you will have wasted lots of money!

7. 7

   As each steak is sauteed, remove from the skillet and place on a warm platte.

8. 8

   When all the steaks are sauteed, sprinkle with lemon juice and parsley.

9. 9

   Place platter in a warm oven.

10. 10

    In a heavy skillet, melt 1/4 cup butter and saute the almonds over moderate heat for 4 to 6 minutes or until they are golden brown, stirring constantly.

11. 11

    Remove the platter from the oven, pour the almonds and butter over the abalone steaks and serve at once.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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