Seafood Veloute Vol-au-Vents

Vol-au-vent is a classic French dish that originated in the 18th century. The name translates to ‘flight in the wind,’ referring to the light and delicate puff pastry used to make the dish.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Seafood Veloute Vol-au-Vents

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: French Courses: Appetizer, Lunch Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 sheet Puff pastry
• 200 gram Shrimp
• 200 gram Scallops
• 200 gram Fish fillets
• 50 gram Butter
• 50 gram All-purpose flour
• 500 milliliter Milk
• 1 small Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 1 beaten Egg

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut into 6 equal squares.
3. Place the squares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake the puff pastry squares for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
5. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
6. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
7. Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
8. Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer.
9. Add the shrimp, scallops, fish fillets, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
10. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through.
11. Remove the puff pastry squares from the oven and let them cool slightly.
12. Cut off the top of each square and hollow out the center.
13. Spoon the seafood veloute into the hollowed-out puff pastry squares.
14. Brush the edges of the squares with beaten egg.
15. Place the tops back on the squares and brush with beaten egg.
16. Return the filled puff pastry squares to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
17. Serve the seafood veloute vol-au-vents warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.