Seafood Coquille St. Jacques

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Indulge in Seafood Coquille St. Jacques for a French gastronomic experience
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 minced shallot
1/2 1/2 cup sherry wine or 1/2 cup white wine
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped parsley ( fine )
1 lb bay scallop
1 lb shrimp
1/2 package grated swiss cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
583
Sugar
6g
Fat
38g
Seafood Coquille St. Jacques is a French gourmet dish that originated in the coastal region of Brittany. The dish is named after the scallop shell, which is called 'Coquille St. Jacques' in French. Traditionally, the dish is served in the shell, which adds a French touch to the meal. The dish is creamy and rich in flavor with a combination of bay scallops and shrimp cooked in a sherry and herb-infused sauce. The seafood is then topped with a layer of cheese and breadcrumbs and baked in the oven. It's an elegant dish that is perfect for special occasions, and can be served as a main dish or an appetizer.

Instructions

1.In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and add flour, mustard, salt and pepper, cook for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
2.Gradually pour in milk and stir continuously for 5 minutes until thickened.
3.Then, add grated parmesan cheese and minced shallot.
4.In another pan, heat butter, sherry wine, parsley, bay scallop, and shrimp over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the seafood is cooked.
5.Preheat oven to 350°F.
6.In a baking dish, spread the cooked seafood and pour the prepared sauce.
7.Mix grated Swiss cheese and breadcrumbs and spread over the top.
8.Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese topping is golden brown.

PROS

Seafood Coquille St.
Jacques is creamy and rich in flavor.

It’s an elegant dish that is perfect for special occasions.

The seafood used is high in protein and low in saturated fats and calories.

CONS

The dish can be high in calories and sodium due to the use of butter, cheese, and wine.

The preparation of the sauce can be difficult for those who are inexperienced in making sauces.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Seafood Coquille St. Jacques is a good source of protein, vitamin B12, and selenium, which is essential for the proper functioning of our immune system and thyroid gland.
Shrimp is low in calories and high in protein. It also contains omega-3 fatty acids and astaxanthin, which are essential for brain function and heart health.

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