Lutece's Bay Scallops With Tomato and Chives Recipe

Name: Lutece's Bay Scallops With Tomato and Chives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded; 1 shallot, chopped; 1/2 garlic clove, minced; ⅓ cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 20 bay scallops; 3 tablespoons butter, cut into bits; 1/4 cup minced chives; 1 tablespoon fish stock or water, if necessary; 1/2 lemon

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2
Puree the tomatoes in a food mill, blender or food processor.
3
Combine in a small nonreactive saucepan with the shallot, garlic and cream.
4
Bring to a boil, turn the heat to low and cook for 2 minutes.
5
Stir in the parsley, and keep warm.
6
Place the scallops on a nonstick or lightly greased baking sheet, and bake for 3 minutes.
7
Reheat the sauce slightly; over minimum heat, whisk in the butter a little at a time until the sauce thickens slightly.
8
Add the chives.
9
Adjust the texture of the sauce by reducing it a little further or by stirring in a little of the fish stock or water.
10
Taste the sauce, and add a little lemon juice if it is bland.
11
Serve the scallops with a bit of the sauce.

185

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded, 1 shallot, chopped, 1/2 garlic clove, minced, ⅓ cup heavy cream, and more.

Yes, Lutece's Bay Scallops With Tomato and Chives 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.

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Lutece's Bay Scallops With Tomato and Chives

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Variations & substitutions

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