Mousseline of Scallops and Cod

By Master Chef on June 2nd, 2010 · In Appetizers, Diabetic, Seafood, Vegetables

Rich, seductive and ever so pleasing, this light and airy mousseline is packed with great flavor. An outstanding appetizer for a more formal dinner and guaranteed to please.

Mousseline of Scallops and Cod

Author: Epicurus.com Kitchens

Recipe type: Appetizers

Serves: 1

Ingredients

6 ounces scallops
1 6 ounces filleted cod; cut into pieces
egg white
finely chopped dill; parsley and chervil (1 Tablespoon each)
8 fluid ounces cream
one lemon; juice of
a little paprika
salt and pepper
2 ounces chopped smoked salmon
1 ounce butter
2 ounces finely chopped leeks
1/2 lemon; juice of
4 fluid ounces white wine
4 ounces natural yoghurt
King Prawns or jumbo shrimp for garnish
lemon slices
fresh herbs, minced

Instructions

Puree the scallop and cod fillet in a food processor. Add the egg white, process for 2 minutes then chill for 40 minutes.
Return the mixture to the food processor, add 1/2 of the cream and lemon juice and process for a few seconds only until thick and creamy. Season with paprika, salt and pepper and lightly mix in the fresh herbs using a metal spoon.
Spoon the mixture into 4 lightly buttered ramekin dishes, cover with aluminium foil and stand them in a shallow tray of water.
Bake for 25 to 35 minutes in a preheated oven 400 degrees F.
Heat the butter in a pan and add the leeks, paprika, lemon juice, white wine, cream and smoked salmon. Season well - allow to reduce for 5 minutes and then strain the liquid off.
When ready to serve carefully run the blade of a sharp knife around the ramekin moulds and gently tip the mousseline onto individual serving plates.
Garnish with 2 fresh king prawns, and a slice of lemon and fresh herbs.
Spoon a little of the sauce around the mousseline and serve immediately.

Notes

Per serving: 1161 Calories (kcal); 85g Total Fat; (70% calories from fat); 65g Protein; 16g Carbohydrate; 400mg Cholesterol; 695mg Sodium Food Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 8 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 16 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates

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