Scallop and Shrimp Casseroles

Method of Preparation

Preparation of Ingredients

1. Chop the vegetables :

• Finely chop the onions and garlic.
• Thinly slice the button mushrooms.

1. Prepare the seafood :

• Peel and clean the fresh pink shrimp.

Cooking

1. Cook the vegetables :

• Brown the garlic and onions in a pan with a knob of margarine until translucent.
• In another pan, cook the mushrooms until tender. Set aside.

1. Prepare the scallops :

• Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a frying pan.
• Brown the scallops for 1 minute on each side.
• Add the whisky and flambé. Set the scallops aside and keep the cooking juices.

1. Prepare the sauce :

• In a saucepan, gently heat the white wine, crème fraîche and cooking juices from the scallops.
• Whisk the mixture and add the 2 tablespoons of flour to thicken the sauce.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assembly and Baking in the Oven

1. Assemble the casseroles :

• Lightly butter each casserole dish with margarine.
• Divide the onions, mushrooms, scallops, and five shrimps into each casserole dish.
• Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

1. Add the sauce :

• Divide the creamy sauce into each casserole dish to coat the ingredients well.

1. Bake :

• Preheat the oven to 200°C (thermostat 6-7).
• Bake the casseroles for 20 minutes until they are nicely browned and golden brown.

Preparation Tips

• Variation : Add a touch of grated cheese (like Gruyère) on top of the casseroles before putting them in the oven for an even tastier gratin.
• Tips : You can prepare the ingredients in advance and assemble the casseroles just before putting them in the oven to save time.

Conclusion

These scallop and shrimp casseroles are perfect for a refined starter or a light main course. The combination of seafood with a creamy sauce and delicately cooked vegetables brings an explosion of flavors to the mouth. Serve them with a green salad for a complete meal.