How to Make Coquilles St. Jacques - A Step-by-Step Guide

Coquilles St. Jacques is a classic French dish that is bursting with rich and luxurious flavors. This dish, which translates to "scallops St. James" in English, features tender scallops cooked in a creamy sauce and topped with a golden brown crust of bread crumbs and cheese. It is a show-stopping recipe that is perfect for a special occasion or a fancy dinner party.

Originating from the Normandy region of France, Coquilles St. Jacques is a beloved dish that has stood the test of time....

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup dry bread crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter
  • 6 ounces shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 pound sea scallops, quartered
  • ½ pound button mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ cup chopped onion

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In small mixing bowl, toss the bread crumbs with 1 tablespoon of melted butter; mix thoroughly and set aside.
  • In another small bowl, combine the cheese, mayonnaise, wine and parsley; mix thoroughly and set aside.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, saute scallops in 2 tablespoons of melted butter until opaque. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Preheat broiler for medium/high heat.
  • Reheat the skillet over medium heat and cook the mushrooms and onion in 2 tablespoons of melted butter until tender. Add cheese mixture and return the scallops to the skillet. Cook until heated through and the cheese is melted. Spoon the mixture into individual ramekins or pour the whole mixture into a 11x7 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the top with bread crumb mixture.
  • Broil in a preheated broiler 6 inches from heat for 2 to 4 minutes or until browned.
  • Nutrition

    888 cal.

    • Total Fat: 74g
    • Saturated Fat: 24g
    • Cholesterol: 143mg
    • Sodium: 842mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 500mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 670mg