Description
Jamie Oliver’s Seafood Casserole brings Mediterranean coastal charm to kitchen tables with rich, aromatic ocean flavors. Succulent shellfish and fresh fish meld perfectly in this comforting one-pot wonder you’ll savor to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) flounder fillets
- 6 x-large shrimp
- 6 large scallops
- 4 ounces (113 grams) lump crab meat
Dairy and Liquids:
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) butter
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters) chicken broth
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
- ½ teaspoon Italian parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a spacious skillet, liquefy 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of butter over medium-high heat. Introduce the shrimp and scallops, quickly searing them for approximately 60 seconds until they develop a light golden exterior.
- Enhance the culinary base by adding a generous splash of white wine, rich heavy cream, savory chicken broth, zesty dijon mustard, and a blend of complementary seasonings. Gently stir the mixture for one minute, then delicately extract the seafood from the pan.
- Transform the liquid foundation by incorporating a butter-flour emulsion (beurre manie). Reduce heat and allow the sauce to gently simmer, gradually thickening into a luxurious consistency.
- Arrange the delicate flounder fillets in a ceramic baking dish. Introduce a minimal amount of water and dust generously with Old Bay seasoning. Slide the dish into a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10 minutes, subsequently draining any accumulated liquid.
- Carefully distribute the prepared seafood mixture atop the flounder fillets. Sprinkle an additional layer of Old Bay seasoning for intensified flavor. Return the dish to the oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes until the surface achieves a golden-brown aesthetic.
Notes
- Fresh seafood transforms this casserole from ordinary to extraordinary, so prioritize quality shrimp, scallops, and flounder from a reliable source.
- Searing seafood at high heat seals in delicate flavors and prevents a rubbery texture that can ruin the entire dish.
- Beurre manie works like magic, smoothly thickening sauces without pesky lumps using a simple butter and flour technique.
- White wine brings unexpected brightness and depth, dancing perfectly with the seafood’s natural sweetness.
- Old Bay seasoning adds authentic maritime character, infusing the casserole with a signature coastal flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 572 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 934 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 295 mg