Tasmanian Scallop Pie

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 500g Scallops, cleaned
• 2 sheets Puff pastry, thawed
• 50g Butter, unsalted
• 2 tbsp Flour, all-purpose
• 2 cups Milk, full cream
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp Nutmeg, ground (for a hint of spice)
• to taste Salt, none
• to taste Pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tbsp Parsley, chopped (for garnish)

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
2. 2.In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
3. 3.Sprinkle flour over the sautéed mixture and stir for about 1 minute to cook off the floury taste.
4. 4.Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
5. 5.Add nutmeg, salt, and pepper, then gently fold in the scallops.
6. 6.Simmer for about 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
7. 7.Line a pie dish with one sheet of puff pastry, pour in the scallop mixture, and cover with the second sheet of pastry. Seal the edges and make a few slits on top.
8. 8.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
9. 9.Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a richer flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
• chevron_rightMake sure the scallops are just barely cooked through to keep them tender.