Follow these steps for perfect results
chorizo sausage
julienned Spanish
unsalted butter
shallots
peeled and very thinly sliced
sea scallops
halved if very large
shrimp
small to medium, shelled and deveined
oysters
freshly shucked
lump crabmeat
dry vermouth
fresh lemon juice
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the julienned chorizo and cook until crisp, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove chorizo with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
Add butter to the pan fat, then add thinly sliced shallots and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes.
Add halved scallops and shrimp, cook, stirring, until scallops turn translucent.
Add freshly shucked oysters and cook briefly.
Incorporate lump crabmeat and heat through.
Transfer the seafood mixture to a warm serving bowl using a slotted spoon.
Mix in the cooked chorizo.
Raise the heat to medium-high and add dry vermouth.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce emulsifies.
Add fresh lemon juice to taste, season with sea salt and fresh ground black pepper as needed.
Spoon the sauce over the seafood and serve immediately.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The chorizo can be cooked in advance.
Serve in a shallow bowl, garnished with a lemon wedge and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the sauce.
Serve with a side of steamed asparagus or green beans.
Complements the seafood flavors.
A crisp and refreshing choice.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Represents a celebration of fresh seafood.
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