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How to Make a Creamy Seafood Pan Roast in Just 30 Minutes

Seafood Pan Roast recipe

Mary
Perfect for weeknights, this easy recipe delivers bold flavors fast. Learn how today!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Seafood
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For Seafood:
  • ½ lb 225g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ lb 225g scallops
  • ½ lb 225g lump crab meat
  • ½ lb 225g lobster meat (optional)
  • For Base & Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup celery finely chopped
  • ½ cup bell pepper diced (red or green)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup seafood or chicken broth
  • ¼ cup white wine optional
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • For Additional Ingredients:
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce optional
  • Toasted bread or rice for serving

Instructions
 

  • For Sauté Aromatics:
  • In a large pan or skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add onion, garlic, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • For Prepare the Base:
  • Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour in white wine (if using) and let it reduce slightly.
  • For Simmer the Sauce:
  • Add seafood broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in heavy cream and let the sauce cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • For Cook the Seafood:
  • Add shrimp and scallops, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they start turning opaque.
  • Gently fold in crab meat and lobster (if using). Let everything cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  • For Finish the Dish:
  • Add lemon juice, cherry tomatoes, and fresh parsley.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt, black pepper, and hot sauce (if desired).
  • For Serve:
  • Spoon the seafood pan roast into bowls and serve with toasted bread or over rice.
  • Garnish with extra parsley and a wedge of lemon.
Keyword Comfort food,, creamy, easy dinner, Easy Recipes, one-pot meal, restaurant-style, seafood, special occasion
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