Description
Seafood Gratin Recipe: Indulge in a creamy mix of shrimp, scallops, and crab baked in a flavorful cheesy sauce. A crowd-pleasing comfort dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, and firm white fish like cod or haddock), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
- 1 medium shallot, finely diced (about ¼ cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons (25g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240ml) fish stock or clam juice
- ¾ cup (180ml) heavy cream
- ¼ cup (60ml) dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and white pepper, to taste
- ½ cup (50g) grated Gruyère cheese
- ⅓ cup (40g) Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- ¾ cup (90g) panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon (15g) butter, melted
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients and Preheat Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange your seafood on paper towels and pat dry. Season lightly with salt and white pepper. Grease a 2-quart baking dish or six individual ramekins. This preparation ensures even cooking and proper browning of your Seafood Gratin.
- Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced shallot and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. The gentle cooking of these aromatics forms the flavor foundation of your gratin.
- Step 3: Create the Sauce Sprinkle the flour over the shallots and garlic, stirring constantly to form a paste. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in the fish stock, followed by the cream and wine, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Add the lemon juice, parsley, and dill, then season to taste with salt and white pepper.
- Step 4: Add the Seafood Remove the sauce from heat and gently fold in your seafood mixture. Be careful not to overmix as you want to keep the seafood pieces intact. Divide the mixture between your prepared baking dishes if using individual servings, or pour into the single baking dish.
- Step 5: Top and Bake In a small bowl, combine the Gruyère, Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the seafood. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling around the edges. For an extra golden finish, place under the broiler for the final 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Step 6: Rest and Serve Allow your Seafood Gratin to rest for 5 minutes before serving. This resting period allows the sauce to set slightly while remaining creamy. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot with crusty bread or a simple green salad.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg