Description
This Gourmet Seafood Cassolette is an indulgent and elegant dish, perfect for special occasions. Featuring a medley of fresh seafood baked in a rich, creamy sauce and topped with a golden crust, it’s a luxurious yet simple meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, white fish fillets, and mussels)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fish or chicken stock
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease individual cassolette dishes or a large baking dish.
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add the seafood to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until just starting to cook through. Remove the seafood from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Add the heavy cream and stock, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, reducing slightly.
- Return the seafood to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and stir gently to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
- Spoon the seafood and sauce mixture into the prepared cassolette dishes. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Place the dishes in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.
Notes
- You can use any combination of seafood you prefer, such as lobster, crab, or clams.
- For added flavor, mix a tablespoon of Dijon mustard into the sauce before baking.
- Serve with a fresh green salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 15mg