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12/31/10

Cajun Scallops with a Jalapeno Capellini & Chipolte Cream Sauce

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Cajun Scallops with a Jalapeno Capellini & Chipolte Cream Sauce

 

Precook the pasta and set aside.

 

Then make a paste with the Cajun seasoning and melted butter.

Place dry scallops in paste and turn over so top & bottom are coated..

Set aside and turn on your sauté pan to medium heat as not to smoke up the kitchen.

Sear scallops and turn after 3 min then repeat other side. Keep warm .

 

Heat precooked pasta and place on plate.

Place scallops in decorative pattern spoon on  sauce, garnish with fresh cilantro, lemon star garnish.

 

 

Chipolte Cream Sauce;

 

3 oz heavy cream

Puree of pepper to taste( + or - ) depending on your taste. Or the adobo sauce

1 tbsp. chopped cilantro

 

Reduce all ingredients to thick consistency.