Shrimp and Scallops Au Gratin
Elevate your dinner table with this decadent Shrimp and Scallops Au Gratin, a seafood lover’s dream baked to perfection. This recipe features tender shrimp and sea scallops sautéed in butter, then enveloped in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce made with dry white wine and garlic for an irresistible depth of flavor. A golden, crunchy topping of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and fresh parsley crowns the dish, adding a satisfying texture to every bite. Perfectly balanced with a hint of paprika and black pepper, this luxurious casserole is ready in under 45 minutes, making it ideal for a special occasion or an indulgent weeknight meal. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-quality experience right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the shrimp and scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika, then set aside.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté the shrimp and scallops for 2-3 minutes, just until they start to turn opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Slowly pour in the white wine, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Return the shrimp and scallops to the skillet, making sure they are evenly coated in the sauce. Remove from heat.
Transfer the seafood mixture to a large, oven-safe baking dish.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan, parsley, and olive oil. Mix well.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the seafood in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Enjoy this luxurious dish with a side of crusty bread or a light green salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2065 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 64.3 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 769 mg | 16% | |
*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.
