Creamy Seafood Sauce
Dive into the silky, indulgent flavors of this Creamy Seafood Sauce, a decadent combination of tender shrimp, scallops, and squid enveloped in a rich, velvety blend of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of dry white wine. Infused with the aromatic notes of garlic and shallots, this luxurious seafood recipe is perfectly balanced with a hint of bright lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Ideal as a topping for pasta, rice, or even grilled fish, this versatile dish offers restaurant-quality elegance while being simple enough to prepare at home in just 40 minutes. With its creamy texture and savory seafood medley, this recipe is bound to become a family favorite for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 small Shallots, finely chopped
- 1 pound Seafood mix (shrimp, scallops, squid, or preferred combination), cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Fish stock or chicken stock
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil. Allow the butter to melt completely.
Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant and translucent.
Add the seafood mix to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the seafood begins to turn opaque and is almost fully cooked. Remove the seafood from the skillet and set it aside.
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the white wine. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring and scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any flavorful browned bits.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream and fish stock. Stir gently and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Return the cooked seafood to the skillet and toss gently to coat. Allow the seafood to warm through for about 2-3 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if desired), adjusting to taste.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Serve the creamy seafood sauce immediately over pasta, rice, or as a topping for grilled fish. Garnish with extra parsley or Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.1 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.3 g | 582% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1103 mg | 368% | |
| Sodium | 6182 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 144.4 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.5 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1586 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1971 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
