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Close-up of seared scallops topped with spicy Cajun cream sauce on a light grey ceramic plate.

Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce – Restaurant-Style Seafood

Enjoy perfectly seared scallops topped with a flavorful spicy Cajun cream sauce, a restaurant-quality seafood dish you can make at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood
  • 1 pound large sea scallops
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Chopped parsley for garnish parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat scallops dry, season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
  3. Add butter, cook 2-3 minutes until opaque. Remove scallops.
  4. In same skillet, simmer heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika. Stir in lemon juice.
  5. Return scallops to sauce, heat 1 minute. Serve garnished with parsley.

Notes

Ensure scallops are dry before searing for the best crust.