Seared Bay Scallops with Fresh Sweet Corn and Truff

Name: Seared Bay Scallops with Fresh Sweet Corn and Truffles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 ears of sweet corn with kernels removed (about 1 cup kernels); 1/2 cup heavy cream; Salt and white pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 pound bay scallops; Essence, recipe follows; 1 black truffle; Drizzle of truffle oil; 3 long chives; 1 tablespoon chopped chives; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 ears of sweet corn with kernels removed (about 1 cup kernels)
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and white pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 pound bay scallops
Essence, recipe follows
1 black truffle
Drizzle of truffle oil
3 long chives
1 tablespoon chopped chives
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

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["In a saute pan, heat the butter.", "Saute the corn for 2 to 3 minutes.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "Add the cream and bring up to a boil.", "Reduce to a simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the cream thickens.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "In a saute pan, heat the olive oil.", "Season the scallops with Essence.", "Sear the scallops for 2 to 3 minutes or until the scallops have a nice sear on each side.", "Spoon the sauce into a shallow bowl.", "Arrange the scallops over the sauce.", "Shave the truffles over the scallops and drizzle with the truffle oil.", "Garnish with long chives and chopped chives.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 2 ears of sweet corn with kernels removed (about 1 cup kernels), 1/2 cup heavy cream, Salt and white pepper, and more.

Yes, Seared Bay Scallops with Fresh Sweet Corn and Truffles 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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Seared Bay Scallops with Fresh Sweet Corn and Truffles

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