Portuguese Shrimp And Scallops Recipe

Impress your family and friends with this easy yet elegant Portuguese Shrimp and Scallop recipe! Tender shrimp and succulent scallops simmer in a vibrant sauce of garlic, white wine, and lemon, served perfectly over fluffy rice. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is a weeknight winner or a stunning addition to your next dinner party.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 443.3 kcal
Protein 95g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Portuguese Shrimp And Scallops

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • 1 pound sea scallops
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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How to Make Portuguese Shrimp And Scallops

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Increase heat to high. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup of dry white wine and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  6. Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp and 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  7. Add 1 pound of sea scallops and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and cooked through. Do not overcook!
  8. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley before serving over cooked rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

36g

Carbs

4g

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