Seared scallops over creamy lemon parmesan risotto

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Seared Scallops over Lemon Parmesan Risotto

Declan Chapin, Premier Catch

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Servings

2

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Pan-seared Alaska Weathervane scallops develop a golden crust, then top a slow-stirred lemon parmesan risotto finished with sour cream and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

Risotto:

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ½ medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • ¾ cup milk or heavy cream
  • ¼ cup (or more) parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • Optional: parsley, for garnish

Directions

  1. Thaw the scallops if frozen, rinse, and pat very dry. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat butter, onion, and garlic until fragrant.

  3. In another saucepan or bowl, heat the chicken stock.

  4. Add the rice and ½ cup heated chicken stock to the onion, garlic mixture. Stir to combine.

  5. For 30+ minutes, repeat the following steps. Add ½ cup heated stock to the rice, stir, and let absorb completely before adding the more stock.

  6. After 25 minutes, start tasting the rice for doneness. Heat a skillet with olive oil, ready for searing the scallops.

  7. Over low heat, add milk, parmesan, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the rice. Remove from heat and cover while you cook the scallops.

  8. Add the scallops to the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until a golden crust forms and the centers are just opaque.

  9. Top risotto with scallops and serve immediately, garnished with parsley if using. Enjoy!

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