Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

chorizo sausage

julienned Spanish

5 tbsp

unsalted butter

2 unit

shallots

peeled and very thinly sliced

12 unit

sea scallops

halved if very large

24 unit

shrimp

small to medium, shelled and deveined

12 unit

oysters

freshly shucked

0.5 lb

lump crabmeat

1 cup

dry vermouth

0.5 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

1 pinch

sea salt

1 pinch

fresh ground black pepper

Step 1
~2 min

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add the julienned chorizo and cook until crisp, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3
~2 min

Remove chorizo with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.

Step 4
~2 min

Add butter to the pan fat, then add thinly sliced shallots and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

Add halved scallops and shrimp, cook, stirring, until scallops turn translucent.

Step 6
~2 min

Add freshly shucked oysters and cook briefly.

Step 7
~2 min

Incorporate lump crabmeat and heat through.

Step 8
~2 min

Transfer the seafood mixture to a warm serving bowl using a slotted spoon.

Step 9
~2 min

Mix in the cooked chorizo.

Step 10
~2 min

Raise the heat to medium-high and add dry vermouth.

Step 11
~2 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce emulsifies.

Step 12
~2 min

Add fresh lemon juice to taste, season with sea salt and fresh ground black pepper as needed.

Step 13
~2 min

Spoon the sauce over the seafood and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the seafood is not overcooked to maintain a tender texture.

Serve immediately after cooking to prevent the seafood from becoming rubbery.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The chorizo can be cooked in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the sauce.

Serve with a side of steamed asparagus or green beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Steamed vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain/Coastal US

Cultural Significance

Represents a celebration of fresh seafood.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas Eve
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Special occasion
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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