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Gourmet Seafood Cassolette

Gourmet Seafood Cassolette: A Cozy Indulgence You’ll Love

Gourmet Seafood Cassolette is a luxurious dish featuring tender shrimp, scallops, and white fish in a creamy sauce, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound Shrimp Opt for wild-caught for sweetness.
  • 1 pound Scallops Provides a luxurious texture.
  • 1 pound White Fish e.g., cod or haddock
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for indulgence.
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Broth can substitute if needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with pecorino.
  • 1/2 cup Gruyère Cheese Mozzarella can be an alternative.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs e.g., parsley or dill
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Lime zest can also be used.

Equipment

  • large sauté pan
  • ramekins or baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather your ramekins or baking dish.
  2. Melt butter in a pan, add shrimp, scallops, and white fish. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just opaque.
  3. In the same pan over medium-low heat, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add white wine and simmer until reduced by half.
  4. Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, then mix in cheeses until smooth.
  5. Layer sautéed seafood in ramekins, pour the creamy sauce over, and add more cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cassoletteCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ideal for gatherings or family dinners. Prep seafood and sauce ahead of time to streamline serving.

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