Digby Scallops And Clams Sauteed In Canadian Whiske

Name: Digby Scallops And Clams Sauteed In Canadian Whiskey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tomato Salsa; 1 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons chives; salt; pepper; Scallops and Clams; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 small leeks, chopped; 15 scallops; 20 clams, shucked, strain and reserve juices or 20 fish stock; 2 cups chanterelle mushrooms; 1/4 cup whiskey (Canadian whisky ); 1/4 cup white wine; 3 tablespoons creme fraiche; salt; fresh black pepper

Servings: persons

Tomato Salsa
1 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons chives
salt
pepper
Scallops and Clams
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small leeks, chopped
15 scallops
20 clams, shucked, strain and reserve juices or 20 fish stock
2 cups chanterelle mushrooms
1/4 cup whiskey (Canadian whisky )
1/4 cup white wine
3 tablespoons creme fraiche
salt
fresh black pepper

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Tomato Salsa:
2
In a bowl, mix all the ingredients together, set aside.
3
Scallops and Clams:
4
In a large pot with half of the butter and olive oil, cook garlic until golden.
5
Add the leeks and mushrooms, saute for 2-5 minutes, season with black pepper.
6
Pour in whiskey, flambe. Add white wine and clam juices or fish stock. Reduce to half.
7
Heat a heavy bottom skillet. Add the remaining butter and olive oil.
8
Season the scallops with salt. Sear the scallops, set aside.
9
Place the clams in the pot. When the liquid has returned to a boil, remove from heat.
10
Stir in creme fraiche.
11
Assembly.
12
To plate, serve 3 scallops, 4 clams per person. Garnish with tomato salsa. Warm crusty bread is a delicious accompaniment for soaking up the juices!

317

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tomato Salsa, 1 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons chives, and more.

Yes, Digby Scallops And Clams Sauteed In Canadian Whiskey falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Digby Scallops And Clams Sauteed In Canadian Whiskey

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