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38 recipes tagged with pan-seared.
A hearty dinner of pan-seared ribeye or New York strip steak served with roasted sweet potatoes and steamed broccoli. Seasoned with smoked paprika…
4 servings This method works well for chops up to 1 ½ inches thick. For thicker, double-cut chops, treat as for Pan-Roasted Pork Tenderloin. Preheat the…
4 servings Gentle cooking—and lots of butter—is sometimes the best approach for treasured backstrap and tenderloin medallions.
6 servings Duck breasts are best served rare or medium-rare. This technique is best with breasts from leaner ducks, such as Muscovies and Moulards. In…
Skin-on breasts are essential here, so do not use meat from a bird that does not pass the palatability test, above. Because wild ducks and geese are so…
4 servings This simple cooking method is our favorite for scallops. The flavor and texture of the scallop are preserved, and the golden crust contrasts…
8 to 10 first-course servings Pan-seared foie gras is always served rare and creamy in the center. It cooks in a flash and must be served at once, so have…
Ostrich or emu fillets are seasoned and seared to medium-rare, then served with a choice of pan sauce.
4 servings Boned lamb loins can be quite small. You may special order a roast where both loins are left attached and the backbone removed. They are then…
Veal chops are seasoned and seared in butter until perfectly cooked, then served with an optional herb pan sauce.
4 servings Searing is an excellent method for achieving a crisp, browned crust on any steak up to 1 ½ inches thick; larger ones benefit from searing and…
4 servings Prepare a hot grill fire, preheat the broiler and position a rack in the top third of the oven, or set a heavy skillet or grill pan over…
Classic Chicken Cordon Bleu with ham and Gruyère, coated in fresh herbs and pan-seared until golden. A quick and elegant dinner.
4 servings If desired, substitute ¾ cup chicken stock plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice for the wine in the pan sauce made after cooking the fish. Reduce as…
4 servings This technique produces steaks with a nicely browned exterior. Since the heat is slightly lower than it is for searing, the browned bits left…
Pan-seared salmon with a golden crust is served over braised lentils with spinach and tangy goat cheese. This elegant yet comforting dish is perfect for a…
John Dory fillets are pan-seared until crispy and served with a rich stew of peppers, tomatoes, and sherry. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is quick and…
Pan-seared New York steak with a tarragon-mustard sauce served over spring vegetables including fingerling potatoes, asparagus, and peas. A sophisticated…
These salmon burgers are made with fresh salmon, herbs, and a tangy yogurt sauce. They are pan-seared and served on toasted brioche buns with lettuce…
Tuna steaks are dredged in flour, sautéed with peppers and onions, then simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce with mango, ginger, and sherry. A quick and…
Tuna steaks are dredged in flour, sautéed with peppers and onions, then simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce with mango, ginger, and sherry. A quick and…
A quick and elegant salmon dish with a tangy lemon-caper sauce. Ready in 25 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Strip steaks are pan-seared and oven-roasted, then served with a creamy mushroom and spinach sauce made in the same skillet. This one-pan meal is rich and…
Pan-seared salmon with crispy skin, served with a warm arugula salad featuring black-eyed peas, pomegranate seeds, and citrus. A bright and balanced dish.
A simple yet flavorful halibut dish with a lemon-pesto butter sauce. Perfect for a quick weekday dinner, served with lemon or pesto pasta.
Juicy pork chops with a golden crust, served with applesauce or mint jelly. For a tropical twist, marinate and bake with a sweet soy-ginger glaze and top…
Pan-seared duck breasts are served with a rich, spiced almond and tomato sauce made with cinnamon, cloves, and dried red chilies.
Pan-seared pork chops served over cashew-lime rice with a bright cilantro-lime vinaigrette. This fusion dish combines Mexican and Thai flavors for a quick…
Plump gnocchi are pan-seared until golden, then combined with spinach, white beans, and sun-dried tomatoes in a light white wine sauce. Finished with…
A spicy twist on classic Steak Fiorentina, featuring a cumin-paprika crust and served with a simple lemon rocket salad.
Pan-seared salmon fillets are served with a tangy lemon-caper butter sauce. This quick and elegant dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Tender pork medallions are pan-seared and served with a rich, tangy shallot cream sauce. This elegant dish comes together quickly for a special weeknight…
Tender pork medallions are pan-seared and served with a rich, creamy shallot sauce made with red wine vinegar, chicken stock, and heavy cream. This…
Pan-seared pork tenderloin medallions are simmered in a buttery mushroom Marsala sauce. This quick and elegant dish is ready in just 40 minutes.
Pan-seared sea scallops served with sautéed asparagus in a white wine butter sauce. A quick and elegant spring dinner.
Seared mahi mahi fillets are topped with a zesty basil butter made with lemon juice and garlic. This quick and flavorful dish is perfect for a weeknight…
Pan-seared cod simmered in a tomato-olive sauce with garlic and lime, inspired by Mexican flavors. Serve with rice for a complete meal.
Chicken piccata is a classic Italian dish featuring pan-seared chicken breasts in a tangy lemon, caper, and white wine sauce. Served over spaghetti and…
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