Seafood Birney Recipe

Name: Seafood Birney Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp. flour; 8 tbsp. butter; 8 ounce. cream cheese; 8 ounce. lowfat sour cream; 1 c. lowfat milk, half and half or possibly cream; 4 tbsp. lemon juice; 4 tbsp. white wine (optional); 1 teaspoon salt; 2 egg yolks; 2 pound haddock or possibly light, mild flavored white fish; 1 or possibly more pound shrimp; 1 or possibly more pound lobster or possibly scallops (be inventive!)

Servings: persons

4 tbsp. flour
8 tbsp. butter
8 ounce. cream cheese
8 ounce. lowfat sour cream
1 c. lowfat milk, half and half or possibly cream
4 tbsp. lemon juice
4 tbsp. white wine (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
2 egg yolks
2 pound haddock or possibly light, mild flavored white fish
1 or possibly more pound shrimp
1 or possibly more pound lobster or possibly scallops (be inventive!)

1
Make a roux with the flour and butter.
2
Add in remaining ingredients except the egg yolks and seafood and simmer till thickened.
3
Reduce heat to low or possibly hot.
4
Whip the 2 egg yolks and add in a few tsp.
5
of sauce to the egg yolks so they won't thicken when added to the sauce.
6
Then add in to sauce.
7
Add in the pre-cooked seafood.
8
Poaching it in wine will enhance the flavor.
9
Be careful not to dilute the above sauce with the poaching liquid or possibly adjust the sauce by additional roux.
10
The consistency of the sauce, at serving time, should be thick sufficient to be able to be scooped or possibly spread on to melba rounds or possibly home-made toast points.
11
Serve in a chafing dish.
12
Ample for 30 people as part of a cocktail party buffet table.
13
If sauce is less thick, it would serve as a seafood newburg for at least 6.

737

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp. flour, 8 tbsp. butter, 8 ounce. cream cheese, 8 ounce. lowfat sour cream, and more.

Yes, Seafood Birney Recipe 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!