SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CHEDDAR-ONION GRITS

Seared Scallops with Cheddar-Onion Grits image

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
3 medium onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
12 sea scallops (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons canola oil
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add onions and salt; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add broth to onion mixture; bring to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese and sour cream until cheese is melted. Remove from heat; keep warm., Meanwhile, pat scallops dry with paper towels. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Press flat sides into cornmeal. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm., Serve with grits; sprinkle with parsley.

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