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Seared Scallop Ravioli with Lemon Rosemary Butter Sauceโฆextra special Christmas Week Ravioli!
Iโm not sure why, but I love making ravioli around the holidays. It feels so special and makes for a perfect holiday dinner.
Over the years, Iโve made many homemade ravioli recipes (hello to this mushroom ravioli and this butternut squash ravioli), but this seared scallop ravioli is by far the most different kind of ravioli Iโve ever made. Normally, when I do any kind of pasta, I leave the meat and seafood out, especially when it comes to ravioli, I just love a good cheese filled ravioli and I usually find meat/seafood not to be needed.
But then the thought of a ravioli stuffed with pan seared scallops came to mind, and everything changed.
I mean, Pasta + Cheese + Seared Scallops + Butter? Now whatโs not delicious sounding about that?
Itโs the perfect combo.
Not going to lie, I was a little hesitant to post this recipe because I know some people are very serious about not serving seafood with cheese. But me?
Yeah, thatโs not a โruleโ I follow. Ever. I am all about seafood and cheese, and this ravioli is the perfect example that they are delicious together! Even if you do follow that kind of silly โruleโ, you should seriously reconsider your ways, because this ravioli is worth breaking the โrulesโ for.
Trust me on this one.
OKAY, so the details. For starters, this is what I like to call cheaterโs ravioli. Meaning instead of making homemade pasta dough, I used very convenient store-bought wonton wrappers in place of pasta. I know all you Italians are totally looking down on me right now, but sometimes life just does not allow time for making pasta dough from scratch. Plus, I like the fact that wonton wrappers are much lighter than pasta dough. With the seared scallops and cheese stuffed inside, I wanted a dough that wasnโt quite as heavyโฆwonton wrappers are the perfect fit.
The seared scallops get snuggled into a bed of ricotta and manchego cheese, then stuffed inside wontons, boiled, and tossed with a lemon rosemary butter sauce. The combo of seared scallops with a delicious buttery sauce is truly amazing.ย Itโs like a fancy 5-star meal, but instead you made it yourselfโฆand probably for way cheaper too!
The one thing I do want to note about this pasta is that itโs a little on the delicate side, so be sure to be gentle when working with the wontons, as they can tear easily. Another tip? The ravioli can be made and lined up in a single layer on a parchment lined baking sheet, covered, and kept in the fridge for up to a day. You can then boil them off and make the sauce just before serving. OR instead of making them ahead time, plan a girlโs night, or even a family night, sometime over the holidays and have a ravioli making party.
Yes, make ravioli, drink wine, and talk all night. Sounds pretty great to me.
Iโm excited to make this recipe again next week when all of my family is in town. My cousins love seafood, so Iโm hoping to make a night of ravioli making with the family.
Iโm sure it will be chaoticโฆbut still very funโฆand very delicious.
Seared Scallop Ravioli with Rosemary Butter and Lemon Sauce
Ingredients
Rosemary Butter Sauce
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary plus more for serving
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- 1. In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta and manchego. Season with salt and pepper. 2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper. Add the olive oil to the skillet and when the oil shimmers, add the scallops and sear on both sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the scallops from the skillet to a plate. Let cool. 3. Lay out about 6 wrappers. Place 1 scallop on each wrapper and then spoon 1-2 teaspoons of ricotta over the scallop. Brush the edges with water. Lay a second wrapper on top of each ravioli. Press down the edges to seal, pressing out all the air. Crimp the edges with a fork. Be sure to keep the ravioli covered as you work to prevent them from drying out.4. Return the skillet used to cook the scallops to medium high heat. Brown the butter, stirring often until the butter is golden and toasted. Add the rosemary and garlic and cook 30 seconds to a minute or until fragrant. Pour in the wine and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Add the chili flakes and season with salt and pepper. Cook 3-5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the chives. 4. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil the ravioli in batches for 1-2 minutes or until they float. Drain. Be gentle when working with the ravioli as they are delicate. 5. Divide the ravioli among bowls and ladle the sauce overtop. Top with chives. EAT!
Nutrition
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Did you make this recipe? Please rate & comment below.
PS. the sauce it my favorite partโฆjust saying.
Have you making these ahead and freezing them? Would it get rubbery? Want to make ahead a couple days and donโt want them to go bad before cooking.
Hi April,
So sorry, I have not tried doing that and unfortunately, I don’t think I would recommend it! Please let me know if I can help in any other way! xT
Finally made this recipe. It has been on my list for ages. I only made one change. I couldn’t find manchego, so used gruyere. It is key that the scallops are on the smaller side. I had two larger ones and they exploded during boiling because the ravioli was over stuffed. The ravioli came out really nice (my first time making them) and the sauce was to die for. I shouldn’t have been so intimidated with making ravioli, as I’m sure I would have made this much sooner if I knew that it was pretty easy with the wontons.
Fantastic recipe!
Hi Kristin! I am really glad this recipe turned out so well for you! Thank you so much for trying it! xTieghan
What if you want to make them ahead of time and cook the next day? Should I boil, refrigerate, reheat in oven the following day? So excited to make these! Love all of your recipes and the cookbook is amazing! ??
HI! I would form the ravioli’s, lay them in a single layer on a baking sheet, cover and refrigerate. Then boil the following day. Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Thanks! ๐
I can think of at least 10 ways it’s acceptable to eat seafood with cheese!
Haha that is great! Thanks Torrey!
Such a stunning dish! Love the lemon rosemary sauce!
Thank you Laura!
This looks amazing, I will have to try it out tonight! Thanks for sharing <3
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I hope you love this! Thank you Kay!
Iโd like to make it for Christmas but we always go to another family members house for dinner. Could you possibly provide me with any instructions on how to reheat this? Thx!
HI! I recommend boiling the ravioliโs, laying them flat in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with a cooking rack (this will keep them from soaking up extra moisture). Then warm in a 300 degree oven for 10-15 minutes, then drizzle with the sauce. Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Happy Holidayโs ? ?
Hey Tieghan,
I like these ravioli and agree that seafood and light cheeses (and lemon) are lovely together! This seems like a nice holiday meal and I also like the use of wonton wrappers. I’ve made ravioli with them before, but not with scallops, so I think I’ll have to try them for a fancy holiday dinner (maybe with some roasted pine nuts) ?. Also, have you tried ravioli with an egg yolk surrounded by a cheese mixture as the filling? My mom had it once before and said it was incredible! Haha I think that would be nice too.
Would they be easier to handle if you froze them first? Or would they not be as good?
I hope everything is going ok with your guests! Maybe you could have a gingerbread house making night or have everyone decorate their own place cards (from your ornament idea)!
Stay warm and sleep well. ๐
I am so glad you like this Kristin! I hope all your decorations and seeing family is going well for the holidays! Also hope you’re staying warm as well!
This looks amazing! I’d like to make it for Christmas but we always go to another family members house for dinner. Could you possibly provide me with any instructions on how to reheat this? Thx!
HI! I recommend boiling the ravioli’s, laying them flat in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with a cooking rack (this will keep them from soaking up extra moisture). Then warm in a 300 degree oven for 10-15 minutes, then drizzle with the sauce. Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Happy Holidayโs ? ๐
Wonton wrappers in lieu of pasta dough. This is genius.
Plus it looks delish, I’ll try it for sure !
Thank you Erika! I hope you love this!
I can’t wait to try this recipes! I’m wondering if you could tell me where you bought your awesome plates used in the ravioli photo? They are gorgeous!! Thanks
These are from a potter based in London. She hand makes them. Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Happy Holidayโs ? ๐
Oh yes, this is all the yums!!!
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Thank you Ruth! I hope you love this!
I’m VERY glad you shared this fabulous recipe!
So glad you like it! Thanks Liz!