Scallops Au Gratin Recipe

Name: Scallops Au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 scallops with shell; 1 onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 1 bay leaf; 1 tbsp parsley, chopped; 5 tbsp cream; 1 tbsp cognac; 2 tbsp grated bread; Juice of 1/2 lemon; Salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven grill - 180C
2
Remove the scallops from the shells and reserve both. Clean the shells of any sand residue.
3
In a frying pan, heat a little olive oil and sautAA the onion and garlic.
4
Add the parsley and bay leaf.
5
Add the cream and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
6
Sprinkle with cognac. Add the scallops and cook over low heat for 2 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
7
Place the scallop's shells on an oven tray. Distribute one scallop and about 1 tbsp of sauce per shell and drizzle with the lemon juice. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and grated bread.
8
Place in oven / grill for 10 min or until the surface is nicely browned.
9
Serve immediately with slices of toasted bread

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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

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: 8 scallops with shell, 1 onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic, chopped, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Scallops Au Gratin 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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Scallops Au Gratin

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