scallops with smoky creamed corn sauce

Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
Surrey South, BC

If you like these mollusks as much as I do, you’ll fall in love with this recipe!

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For scallops with smoky creamed corn sauce

  • 3 lg
    ears peaches and cream corn
  • 2 Tbsp
    grapeseed oil, divided
  • 1 Tbsp
    clarified butter
  • 2 Tbsp
    shallots, finely chopped
  • 1 lg
    clove garlic, pressed
  • 3/4 c
    heavy cream
  • 1/4 c
    low-sodium chicken broth
  • ground Himalayan pink salt, to taste and divided
  • white pepper, to taste and divided
  • 1/2 tsp
    raw sugar
  • 12 lg
    scallops, muscles removed and patted dry
  • 1/2 tsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1 Tbsp
    finely chopped chives, for garnish

How To Make scallops with smoky creamed corn sauce

  • 1
    Remove the kernels by cutting down the cob and set aside; discard cobs.
  • 2
    In a saucepan over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon oil and clarified butter. When hot, add shallots and sauté them for 1 minute. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  • 3
    Add kernels and stir well to coat. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth and mix; season with salt, white pepper and raw sugar. Stir once again, bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 4
    Meanwhile, season scallops lightly with ground sea salt and white pepper; set aside.
  • 5
    When time is up, using an immersion blender, process until the corn mixture is smooth. Stir in smoked paprika; taste and adjust if necessary. Keep the mixture warm until ready to serve.
  • 6
    In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and when it starts shimmering, place the scallops, seasoned side down. Season the top with salt and white pepper.
  • 7
    Cook them until golden brown, about 1 to 1 ½ minutes per side. Spoon the sauce on serving plates and place the scallops on top; garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately.
  • 8
    To view this elegant appetizer on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/GUkHcee5II8

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