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Seafood Newburg Recipe

4.7 from 66 reviews

Seafood Newburg is a rich and creamy classic dish featuring a decadent blend of lobster, shrimp, and scallops simmered in a luscious cream and sherry sauce. Served over toast points or rice, this elegant recipe is perfect for special occasions or whenever you crave a luxurious seafood entrée.

Ingredients

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Seafood

  • 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • ½ lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ lb scallops

Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • Salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste

Garnish & Serving

  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Toast points or cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallots and minced garlic, sautéing them until they become softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Create the roux: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the butter, shallots, and garlic mixture. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook the flour and form a smooth roux, ensuring the mixture does not brown.
  3. Add liquids and thicken sauce: Slowly whisk in the dry sherry and heavy cream, stirring continuously to combine. Continue to cook the sauce until it thickens slightly and becomes smooth.
  4. Incorporate seafood: Add the chopped lobster meat, cooked shrimp, and scallops to the skillet. Gently cook the seafood in the sauce for 3-5 minutes until heated through and flavors meld together.
  5. Season and finish: Season the dish with salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste. Stir well to evenly distribute seasoning.
  6. Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately over toast points or cooked rice for a complete and elegant meal.

Notes

  • Use fully cooked lobster and shrimp to ensure the seafood is heated through without overcooking.
  • Dry sherry adds a subtle sweetness and depth; if unavailable, a dry white wine can be substituted.
  • For a thicker sauce, you can increase the flour to 1.5 tablespoons slightly, but avoid making it too thick.
  • Serve promptly as the cream-based sauce can thicken and separate if reheated multiple times.
  • Toast points can be made by toasting sliced white bread brushed with butter, cut into triangles.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or cornstarch (use about half the amount).

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