Scallops "au Gratin" With Oka and Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Scallops "au Gratin" With Oka and Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces oka cheese, sliced; 6 tablespoons butter; 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 20 very large fresh sea scallops; 2 shallots, finely chopped; ¼ cup white wine; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons oranges, lemon and lime zest, finely grated; ¼ cup 15% cooking cream (half and half cream); ½ cup butter, diced; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; thin strips orange, lemon and lime zest, blanched; 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped

Servings: persons

6 ounces oka cheese, sliced
6 tablespoons butter
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
20 very large fresh sea scallops
2 shallots, finely chopped
¼ cup white wine
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons oranges, lemon and lime zest, finely grated
¼ cup 15% cooking cream (half and half cream)
½ cup butter, diced
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
thin strips orange, lemon and lime zest, blanched
1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped

1
Melt 2 tbsp (30ml) of butter in a frying pan.
2
Cook mushrooms until golden.
3
Salt and pepper to taste and set aside, keeping warm.
4
Cook scallops in 2 tbsp (30ml) of butter in the same pan for approximately 1 minute per side, depending upon the thickness of the scallops.
5
(You want them slightly undercooked as they will finish cooking under the broiler.)
6
Salt and pepper to taste and arrange in an ovenproof dish.
7
Set aside.
8
Add shallots to pan and cook for two minutes over medium heat until soft.
9
De-glaze the pan with wine and reduce by half.
10
Stir in the citrus juice and zest, followed by cream.
11
Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
12
Whisk in diced butter until it is melted and sauce is smooth.
13
Salt and pepper to taste.
14
Strain through a sieve and set aside.
15
Place a slice cheese on each scallop.
16
Broil until cheese melts and starts to cover scallops, without browning (note: preserving the rind adds more flavour).
17
On each of four dinner plates, arrange the cooked mushrooms in a mound and add five scallops, spooning on the sauce.
18
Add garnish if desired.

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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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces oka cheese, sliced, 6 tablespoons butter, 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced, 20 very large fresh sea scallops, and more.

Yes, Scallops "au Gratin" With Oka and Mushrooms 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" With Oka and Mushrooms

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