Seared Scallops in a Cajun Mustard Cream Sauce

Seared Scallops in a Cajun Mustard Cream Sauce

Prep Time:5 minutes Cook Time:10 minutesTotal Time:15 minutes Servings: 4

Seared scallops in a quick, easy and tasty cajun mustard cream sauce that makes for the perfect starter or light meal!

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ingredients

·          1 pound sea scallops (about 1 inch thick)

·          2 teaspoons cajun seasoning

·          1/2 tablespoon butter

·          1/2 tablespoon oil

·          1 clove garlic, chopped

·          1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream

·          1 tablespoon dijon mustard

·          2 teaspoons cajun mustard (or grainy mustard)

·          1 tablespoon lemon juice

·          salt and pepper to taste

·          1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

directions

1.    Pat the scallops dry and press on the cajun seasoning.

2.    Met the butter into the oil in a pan over medium-high heat, add the scallops and sear until lightly golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side, before setting aside.

3.    Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about a minute.

4.    Add the heavy cream, mustards and lemon juice, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce thickens a bit, about 2-3 minutes.

5.    Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste and serve the scallops in the sauce garnished with the chopped parsley.

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