How to Make Scallops with White Wine Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Scallops with White Wine Sauce is a classic seafood dish that is sure to impress any dinner guest. This elegant and flavorful recipe combines tender, sweet scallops with a rich and tangy white wine sauce, creating a luxurious dish that is perfect for special occasions or just a delicious weeknight dinner.

Scallops are a beloved seafood delicacy, known for their delicate texture and sweet, briny flavor. When cooked properly, they are tender and succulent, and with the addition of a fla...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup white wine
  • ¼ cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon shallots
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup butter
  • 24 sea scallops
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 24 scallops

  • Combine white wine, vinegar, and shallots in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook until about 1 tablespoon liquid remains in the pan. Stir in heavy cream; continue boiling until reduced by half. Stir in butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until melted. Keep sauce warm.
  • Preheat the oven on broiler setting.
  • Brush scallops with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place under the preheated broiler until scallops are opaque, with a bit of brown around the edges, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Place a spoonful of sauce on each plate and top with 4 scallops.
  • Nutrition

    354 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 108mg
    • Sodium: 269mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 228mg