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La recette des coquilles St Jacques sauce safran - La Cuisine Ecclésiastique : Episode 1

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Coquilles St Jacques

Cultural Context

Coquilles St Jacques is a classic French dish often served as a luxurious appetizer or main course, particularly during festive occasions. The dish showcases the delicate flavor of scallops, typically baked in their shells with a creamy sauce, making it a popular choice in French cuisine.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
coquilles St Jacques
crème
safran

scallops

🥗Healthier: fish fillets

💰Cheaper: surimi

Fish fillets are lower in calories and surimi is more budget-friendly.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and milk is often cheaper.

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

2

Clean the scallops and set aside.

3

In a pan, melt butter and sauté garlic and shallots until translucent.

4

Add white wine and reduce by half.

5

Stir in cream and season with salt and pepper.

6

Place scallops in shells, pour sauce over them, and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.

7

Bake in the oven for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

shellfishdairy

Also Known As

Scallops in ShellSaint Jacques
Local Name: Coquilles St Jacques

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