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Shrimp and Scallop Dish

Cultural Context

This dish showcases the coastal bounty of the United States, particularly from regions like New England where seafood is a staple. Shrimp and scallops are often featured in celebratory meals, highlighting their delicate flavors and textures. In modern cuisine, this dish has gained popularity for its versatility, appearing in both casual and fine dining settings, often paired with pasta or rice to soak up the savory sauce.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shrimp
1 lb scallops
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 lemon
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup parsley
1/2 cup white wine
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 shallots
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons capers

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth adds depth without alcohol.

1

Coat shrimp with a light dusting of cornstarch.

2

Lay shrimp out in a 13-inch stainless steel wok for shallow frying.

3

Fry shrimp for about 20 seconds before turning them over to fry the other side.

4

Coat baby scallops with a thin layer of cornstarch.

5

Add baby scallops to the wok after the shrimp are about 50% done cooking.

6

Stir-fry shrimp and scallops together for another 20 seconds.

7

Empty the fluid from the wok and dry it before adding more oil.

8

Season the wok to create a non-stick surface.

9

Heat the wok until very hot to prevent the egg from sticking.

10

Push cooking egg to the center of the wok as it cooks quickly.

11

Add shrimp and scallops to the partially cooked egg and fold the egg around them.

12

Add tomatoes to the wok towards the end to keep them lightly cooked.

13

Fold the egg over the contents several times gently until the dish is ready.

14

Garnish the dish with chopped scallions, oyster sauce, and a light touch of hoisin sauce.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

13-inch stainless steel wokwok spatula

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

shellfishmilk

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