Paprika Scallops
Low Fat Version:
- 1 LB. Fresh Sea Scallops
- 1 TBSP. Butter
- 1/2 Cup Fat Free 1/2 & 1/2
- 1/3 Cup Madeira
- 1/2 tsp. Cornstarch mixed with 1 TBSP water
- Salt Pepper TT
- 1 Tsp. Paprika
- Dash Cayenne Pepper
- Sauté Scallops in butter over high heat for about 30 Seconds. Remove and place into bowl.
- De glaze pan with Madeira and reduce to syrup.
- Remove pan from heat and slowly whisk in 1/2 & 1/2 and cornstarch mixture.
- Return to heat, stirring for 1/2 minute
- Add scallops (and juice), salt, pepper, cayenne, and paprika.
- Cook until scallops are done and sauce is reduced (only about 4-5 min.). Don't over cook scallops!
Not Low-Fat(at all!) Version, but great and easy for an off diet day:
- 1 LB. Fresh Sea Scallops
- 2 Tbs. Butter
- 1/2 Cup Cream
- 1/3 Cup Madeira
- Salt Pepper TT
- 1 Tsp. Paprika
- Dash Cayenne Pepper
- Sauté Scallops in butter over high heat for about 30 Seconds. Remove and place into bowl.
- De glaze pan with Madeira and reduce to syrup.
- Remove pan from heat and slowly whisk in cream.
- Return to heat, add scallops (and juice), salt, pepper, cayenne, and paprika.
- Cook until scallops are done and sauce is reduced (only about 4-5 min.). Don't over cook scallops!
Enjoy either of these awesome dishes that will compliment your Los Gatos weight loss program...just be sure to choose the right recipe for the right day (one is for your cheat day;-)