Description
Seafood Gratin brings together succulent ocean treasures baked under a golden, crispy breadcrumb blanket that melts in your mouth. Your dinner guests will savor each creamy, cheesy bite of this classic coastal comfort dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 pound seafood mix (shrimp, scallops, and crab)
Dairy:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup grated Gruyere or cheese blend
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm your oven to a precise 375°F, ensuring the rack sits in the center position for even heating.
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté 1 finely chopped medium onion and 3 minced garlic cloves until they turn translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add 1 pound of seafood mix to the skillet, stirring gently to coat with butter. Cook for exactly 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Whisk together 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup milk, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate mixing bowl until smooth.
- Fold the sautéed seafood into the cream mixture, then stir in ½ cup of grated Gruyere cheese.
- Grease a baking dish thoroughly. Pour the seafood mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese and ½ cup breadcrumbs across the top of the gratin.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns a golden brown and the edges bubble.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Always use fresh seafood for the best flavor and ensure it’s properly cleaned before cooking.
- Select a mix of seafood like shrimp, scallops, and white fish to create depth and variety in the gratin.
- Grate your own cheese instead of using pre-shredded for a smoother, more even melting texture.
- Toast breadcrumbs separately in a pan with a little butter before sprinkling on top to enhance their golden crunchiness.
- Prep Time: 10-12 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 377 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg