Are you looking for an elegant and delicious seafood dish to impress your dinner guests or indulge in a special meal? Look no further than angel hair pasta with sea scallops. This classic combination of tender pasta, succulent scallops, and a flavorful sauce is a surefire crowd-pleaser. With its delicate flavors and beautiful presentation, this dish is perfect for a romantic dinner or a special occasion. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of creating the perfect angel hair pasta with sea scallops, from selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the cooking techniques.
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LEMONY SCALLOPS WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA
This delicate dish tastes so bright with a touch of lemon and tender sauteed scallops. Serve with crusty whole grain bread, and you have an impressive dinner that comes together in a flash. -Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pot., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; sear scallops in batches until opaque and edges are golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from skillet; keep warm., In the same skillet, saute radishes, garlic and pepper flakes in remaining oil until radishes are tender, 2-3 minutes. Stir in green onions and salt; cook 1 minute. Add to pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with lemon zest and juice. Top with scallops to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 737mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
SCALLOPS WITH ANGEL HAIR
Scallops taste extravagant, but they're actually low in fat. This recipe pairs them with superfine pasta, lightly coated with a lively white wine, garlic, onion and lemon sauce. -Nancy and John Mueller, Menomonee Falls, WI
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook scallops in 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat until firm and opaque; remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, wine, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in parsley and reserved scallops; heat through., Drain pasta; serve with scallops. Sprinkle with cheese and green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 527mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
SAVORY SEA SCALLOPS AND ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the angel hair pasta, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and cook just until fragrant and softened, about 1 minute. Slice any scallops over 3/4-inch thick in half so they'll cook evenly; stir scallops, basil, and parsley into the skillet. Cook and gently stir just until scallops feel slightly firm when pressed with a finger, 2 to 3 minutes. Scallops will become tough and chewy if overcooked. Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper. Pour in cream if you like a thicker sauce. Bring the mixture just to a bare simmer.
- Serve over hot angel hair pasta; sprinkle to taste with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 95.5 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 527.8 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH SEA SCALLOPS
Make and share this Angel Hair Pasta With Sea Scallops recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Phil Franco
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preparation:.
- Place breadcrumbs on a baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 5 minutes or until golden brown; set aside.
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Cook with salted water.
- Drain well. Place in a large bowl and set aside.
- At the same time heat 1 tablespoon oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup parsley and next 4 ingredients; sauté 1 minute.
- Add flour and pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly with a whisk. Gradually add clam juice, stirring constantly.
- Cook 1 minute or until thickened, stirring constantly. Pour over pasta and toss well. Set aside and keep warm.
- Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in skillet over medium heat, add scallops and sauté 4 minutes or until scallops are done. Add to pasta mixture, toss gently.
- Spread the bread crumbs on top of the pasta and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 37.4, Sodium 578.8, Carbohydrate 56.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.2, Protein 27.7
BLACKENED SCALLOPS OVER ANGEL HAIR PASTA
A potently spicy seafood dish that will meet the expectations of any spicy seafood lover. Warning! As written, this recipe is too pepper-hot for many. Reduce pepper amounts unless you like it very spicy!
Provided by Divinity Turley
Categories Seafood Shellfish Scallops
Time 3h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix black pepper, white pepper, salt, mustard, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and thyme together. Dredge scallops in blackening spices.
- Melt 1/2 of the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate, cover, and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt remaining butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add scallops in a single layer and sear until browned on the outsides and opaque in the centers, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Cover and set aside.
- Drain pasta and place in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil. Add the mushroom mixture and tomato. Serve pasta in individual bowls; place scallops on top and drizzle with lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 652.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH SCALLOPS, TOMATO & BASIL
This came from a store ad a while back for their new sea food department. I cut it out and tried it, and it's definitely a keeper. Great flavor--if you want compliments, make this for dinner.
Provided by KIMMIE KOO
Categories Vegetable
Time 17m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place a large heavy skillet over medium heat, allow pan to heat up.
- Add oil and heat 1 minute.
- Add garlic and sauté 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add scallops, season with salt, pepper, and seasonings to taste, and cook for 3 minutes or until opaque.
- Add tomatoes and basil and heat until throughly warmed, about 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat, taste and adjust seasonings per your preference.
- Add pasta to the pan, toss to combine well, and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.7, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 27.3, Sodium 450.8, Carbohydrate 48, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 22.1
TARRAGON LIME BAY SCALLOPS OVER ANGEL-HAIR PASTA
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water, then drain pasta in a colander.
- While pasta is cooking, pat scallops dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 3 tablespoons butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté half of scallops, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Cook remaining scallops in remaining 3 tablespoons butter in same manner. Return first batch of scallops to skillet and stir in lime juice and tarragon.
- Toss pasta in a bowl with half of scallops and 1/4 cup pasta cooking water. Top pasta with remaining scallops and sauce and season with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- Use fresh sea scallops. Frozen scallops can be used, but fresh scallops will give your dish a better flavor and texture.
- Sear the scallops properly. Sear the scallops in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan, or the scallops will steam instead of sear.
- Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce for this dish can be as simple or as complex as you like. A simple butter and garlic sauce is always a good option, but you can also try a more complex sauce, such as a white wine sauce or a tomato sauce.
- Cook the pasta al dente. Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will help it hold its shape and texture when you add it to the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs. Fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, or chives, can add a pop of color and flavor to your dish.
Conclusion:
Angel hair pasta with sea scallops is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The tender scallops, flavorful sauce, and al dente pasta come together to create a dish that is sure to impress your guests. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home.
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