Scallops Stewed in Milk, Cream and Sherry – Cornwall, England

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Scallops stewed in milk, cream and sherry - a delight from Cornwall

Scallops Stewed in Milk, Cream and Sherry – Cornwall, England

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

310

Sugar

Fat

18g

Scallops stewed in milk, cream and sherry is a quintessential dish from the coast of Cornwall in England. This is a simple dish that uses fresh, succulent scallops and a few other basic ingredients to create a comforting meal. It has a deliciously mild taste, with the scallops being the star of the dish, while the milk, cream, and sherry combine to create a velvety smooth sauce. It can be served as an appetizer or main course and is perfect for a cozy night in.

Instructions

1.	Rinse scallops and pat dry. Cut off the muscle and discard.
2.	Heat the milk to boiling, then reduce the heat to low.
3.	Melt the butter in a saucepan. Add flour gradually and stir.
4.	Add the milk to the butter/flour mixture, stirring constantly until smooth.
5.	Add salt and pepper to taste and allow to simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.	Return the sauce to the saucepan and add the scallops, sherry wine and a squeeze of lemon.
7.	Cook the scallops for about 3 minutes on each side, then add the cream and stir.
8.	Simmer for another 2 minutes, then serve hot.

PROS

This dish is simple to prepare and has a delicious, mild flavor.

It’s low in calories and a good source of protein and vitamins.

CONS

Some people may find the texture of scallops too rubbery or chewy.

It could be expensive depending on the availability of scallops in your area.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Scallops are an excellent source of protein, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids.
They are low in calories and fat, making them a great food to incorporate into a healthy diet.

	4 scallops
	1/2 pint milk
	1 ounce butter
	1 ounce flour
	salt and pepper
	1/4 pint cream
	1 ounce sherry wine
	1 lemon