Scallops with cep compote & chestnuts

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Scallops with cep compote & chestnuts
75 min.
4
338kcal

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Indulge in a culinary experience that elevates the everyday into the extraordinary with our delectable Scallops with Cep Compote & Chestnuts. This gluten-free dish combines the delicate sweetness of perfectly seared scallops with the rich, earthy flavors of cep mushrooms and the creamy texture of chestnuts, making it an exquisite choice for antipasti or a sophisticated starter.

With just 75 minutes of preparation, this recipe is not only quick but also gives you the chance to impress your guests with a meal that looks as fabulous as it tastes. Imagine the aroma of sautéed garlic and onion wafting through your kitchen, as you simmer a luscious compote that will delight the senses. The stunning presentation of golden-brown scallops nestled atop a bed of compote and sliced ceps will have everyone at your table captivated with anticipation.

This dish is perfect for those special occasions where flavor and elegance meet. With a balance of protein, healthy fats, and aromatic herbs like fresh thyme, it tantalizes your taste buds while being mindful of dietary restrictions. So, gather your ingredients and let your inner chef shine as you create a meal that is sure to leave a lasting impression!

Ingredients

  • 12  honey whole cooked
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • small onion finely chopped
  • 12 large scallops cleaned canned
  • tbsp unrefined sunflower oil 
  • large sprigs thyme leaves whole with the leaves carefully picked from the stalks
  • 85 butter unsalted

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat half the butter in a medium saucepan and sweat the onion and garlic for 5 mins. Meanwhile, remove the stalks of the ceps from the heads, cut them into chunks, cut the heads in half and set aside. Stir the chopped stalks in with the onions, raise the heat and fry for 2 mins until coloured.
  2. Pour in the wine and reduce by half.
  3. Add the chestnuts, 2 sprigs thyme and 400ml/14fl oz of water. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 40 mins.
  4. Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Put in the cep heads, cut side down, around the outside, followed by the scallops in the centre. Fry over a high heat for 1 min each side until golden. Turn over and fry for 2 mins more.
  5. Sprinkle over the thyme leaves, season if you want and turn off the heat.
  6. Remove the thyme and stir in the second half of the butter. Spoon the compote into the four deep plates and top with the scallops and fried ceps.

Nutrition Facts

Calories338kcal
Protein13.97%
Fat66.21%
Carbs19.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39
Glycemic Load
6.67
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
9.4704347848892%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.91mg
Isorhamnetin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
3.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:338.11kcal
16.91%
Fat:25.05g
38.54%
Saturated Fat:11.8g
73.74%
Carbohydrates:16.87g
5.62%
Net Carbohydrates:16.25g
5.91%
Sugar:0.78g
0.86%
Cholesterol:67.29mg
22.43%
Sodium:356.9mg
15.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.89g
23.78%
Phosphorus:325.91mg
32.59%
Vitamin E:3.37mg
22.49%
Vitamin B12:1.31µg
21.75%
Vitamin C:15.33mg
18.58%
Selenium:12.14µg
17.34%
Vitamin A:635.86IU
12.72%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.55%
Potassium:358.32mg
10.24%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.77%
Folate:33.95µg
8.49%
Magnesium:33.3mg
8.32%
Copper:0.15mg
7.7%
Zinc:1.05mg
7.02%
Iron:1.01mg
5.6%
Vitamin B3:0.99mg
4.96%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.81%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.8%
Calcium:31.49mg
3.15%
Fiber:0.62g
2.5%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.43%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.13%
Vitamin K:1.97µg
1.88%