Seared Scallops Cajun Cream Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Scallops
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450 g sea scallops, patted dry
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15 ml olive oil
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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1 lime, juiced
→ Cajun Cream Sauce
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120 ml mayonnaise
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60 ml sour cream
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, combine sea scallops, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Toss thoroughly to coat the scallops. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate up to 24 hours.
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Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange marinated scallops in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown and opaque. Remove from heat and finish with freshly squeezed lime juice.
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In a clean bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce if desired until smooth and well blended.
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Spoon Cajun cream sauce onto serving plates. Arrange seared scallops over the sauce and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Adjust the cayenne pepper and hot sauce to control the level of spiciness.
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Complements well with rice, quinoa, or a light salad as an accompaniment.