Description
Enjoy flavorful Seared Scallops With Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce that’s easy to make! Try this delicious recipe today for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sea scallops
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine scallops with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear scallops for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun seasoning, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Serve seared scallops topped with the spicy Cajun cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 seared scallops (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg