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COQUILLE ST-JACQUES,FRENCH RECIPE

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Coquille St-Jacques

Cultural Context

Coquille St-Jacques, originating from the coastal regions of France, celebrates the delicate flavor of scallops, often associated with festive occasions. Traditionally served in scallop shells, this dish combines rich ingredients like cream and cheese, embodying French culinary elegance. Today, it enjoys popularity in fine dining around the world, often seen as a luxurious appetizer or main course.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
70g garlic butter
2 shallots
215g mushrooms
70g flour
500ml milk
150g scallops
150g shrimp
150g crab meat
150ml cooking cream
150ml white wine
shredded cheese
9 potatoes
butter
salt
black pepper

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

gruyère cheese

🥗Healthier: emmental cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Emmental provides a similar flavor with less cost.

1

Slice mushrooms and shallots very thinly.

2

In a pan, melt garlic butter and add mushrooms and shallots, cooking at low temperature.

3

Mix in flour and milk, then add this mixture to the cooked mushrooms and shallots, stirring for five minutes over low heat.

4

Add white wine, scallops, shrimp, and crab meat, letting it simmer for five minutes on low heat.

5

Add cooking cream, mix well, and let cook for two minutes.

6

Add salt and pepper to taste.

7

Cook potatoes and mash them, adding butter, milk, salt, and pepper.

8

Bake for 15 to 30 minutes at 350°F (180°C).

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkshellfish

Also Known As

Scallops in ShellSaint Jacques Shells
Local Name: Coquille St-Jacques

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