Coquilles St. Jacques Recipe

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Total Time 55 mins

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year, Christmas

Description

Elevate your dinner with this elegant scallop dish served in their shells. It’s a visually stunning yet simple starter that's packed with creamy, flavorful goodness.

Ingredients

For the Scallops

24 scallops (roe removed)

For the Sauce

25 g butter
25 g plain flour
75 ml white wine
125 ml fish stock
100 ml double cream
2 medium egg yolks

For the Crumb Topping

25 g fresh breadcrumbs
25 g melted butter
3 from Leaves thyme sprigs
½ Zest of lemon

To Serve

8 large scallop shells or shallow ramekins

Instructions

1
Prepare the Scallops:
- - Remove and discard the tough white muscle from each scallop, if present.
  - Pat the scallops dry with kitchen paper and set aside.
2
Make the Sauce:
- - In a medium pan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  - Remove the pan from the heat and slowly whisk in the white wine, followed by the fish stock, ensuring a smooth consistency.
  - Return the pan to the heat and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens and bubbles.
  - Take the pan off the heat again and stir in the cream and egg yolks. Season to taste and set aside.
3
Prepare the Crumb Topping:
- - In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, melted butter, thyme leaves, and lemon zest. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
4
Assemble the Dish:
- - Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or Gas Mark 6.
  - Arrange three scallops in each scallop shell or ramekin, then place the shells on a large baking tray.
  - Spoon the prepared sauce evenly over the scallops, then sprinkle with the crumb topping.
5
Bake:
- - Place the tray in the oven and bake for 15–17 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the sauce is bubbling.
6
Serve
1. - Serve the scallops immediately, ideally accompanied by buttery mashed potatoes or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 8g40%
Total Carbohydrate 7g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 1g
Protein 16g32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Samantha Doe

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Hi, I'm Samantha, a full-time food blogger, mother of 2 beautiful daughters and a lovely wife. I live in New Jersey with my family. Loves traveling, sharing new recipes, and spending time with my family.