Creamy Scallop Parcels Recipe

Preparation Time: 20m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 40m
Servings: 4

May 15, 2024 4.8

This recipe is contributed by Megan Nicholson. It’s a family favourite and served with salad or chips - everyone is smiling - it’s delicious , generous and heart warming.

Ingredients:

500g scallop or scallop meat
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
200 ml cream
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
1 teaspoon chicken stock powder
1 tablespoon cornflour (to make a slurry)
Puff pastry sheets

Instructions:

1 Cook the Scallop Mixture
- In a frying pan, heat olive oil or melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic, parsley, and scallops.
- Sauté for 2 minutes until the scallops are just cooked.
2 Prepare the Cream Sauce:
- Mix the cornflour with 1 tablespoon of water to form a slurry.
- To the pan, add cream, chicken stock powder, and the cornflour slurry.
- Stir well and cook until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
3 Assemble the Parcels:
- Cut puff pastry sheets diagonally to form two triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the scallop mixture in the centre of each triangle.
- Fold over to form a smaller triangle and press the edges to seal.
4 Prepare for Baking:
- Brush the top of each parcel with egg wash.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired.
5 Serve:
Serve the creamy scallop parcels hot with a side of salad, chips, or both.