Fricassée de Coquilles

Fricassée de Coquilles is a delightful Paleo French seafood dish that showcases the freshness of scallops and shrimp, sautéed with aromatic vegetables in a rich, creamy sauce made from coconut milk. This dish is both indulgent and healthy, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner at home.

Ingredients

• Scallops - 200 grams
• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 150 grams
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Shallots (finely chopped) - 2 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Carrot (sliced thin) - 1 medium
• Zucchini (sliced thin) - 1 medium
• Mushrooms (sliced) - 100 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the shallots and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Stir in the sliced carrot and zucchini, cooking for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add the mushrooms and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they are tender.
5. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the scallops and shrimp, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they turn opaque.
6. Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine, and let it simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
7. Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 20 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from seafood, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk, supporting heart health.

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