Take your taste buds on a culinary journey with our delectable recipe for "Father-in-Law's Scallops with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Bacon." This dish combines the sweet and tangy flavors of sun-dried tomatoes with the savory smokiness of bacon, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Juicy scallops take center stage, seared to perfection, while a creamy sauce, infused with the essence of sun-dried tomatoes, delicately coats each bite. Whether you're impressing your in-laws or treating yourself to a gourmet meal, this recipe promises an unforgettable dining experience.
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SUN-DRIED TOMATO SEARED SCALLOPS
Found this recipe in America's Most Wanted Recipes by Ron Douglas...from the Brooklyn Cafe (copycat). It sounded delicious and easy to do.
Provided by mama smurf
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- If the sun-dried tomatoes are moist, dry in a 200 degree oven for about 15 minutes, until dry.
- Grind the sun-dried tomatoes in a blender until they became a smooth powder; remove from the blender and set aside.
- Add the basil (reserve 2 sprigs for garnish), orange juice, and lemon juice to the blender. Blend on medium speed while drizzling 1/4 cup of the olive oil into the mixture.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat; add 1 tablespoon olive oil and the garlic. Saute the garlic for 15 seconds (do not burn), then add the zucchini. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes or until the zucchini softens. Season with salt and pepper. Add the tomato, then take off the heat.
- Heat another nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper and all but 1 teaspoon of the reserved sun-dried tomato powder. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan and add the scallops slowly to prevent spattering.
- Cook for about 3 minutes, then flip to the other side. Let cook for another 2 minutes; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- To serve, mound the zucchini mixture in the middle of two dinner plates. Place 5 scallops around each mound. Drizzle the vinaigrette around the dish. Garnish with basil sprig and a sprinkling of tomato powder.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.9, Fat 42.1, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 24.8, Sodium 297.1, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 16.4, Protein 18.5
SCALLOPS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
A half-hour is all you need for this delightful stir-fry from Jennifer Warzynak. The Erie, Pennsylvania cook combines scallops with broccoli, pasta and sun-dried tomatoes for the main course, and a hint of lime juice makes it a natural addition to summer menus. "It's a great, healthy way to fix scallops," she promises.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sun-dried tomatoes and hot water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain and set aside. , Place broccoli and broth in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 2-4 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook garlic in oil over medium heat for 1 minute. Add scallops; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the lime juice, basil, salt, and reserved tomatoes and broccoli mixture; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until scallops are firm and opaque. , Drain the pasta; stir into scallop mixture and heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FATHER-IN-LAW'S SCALLOPS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND BACON
My father-in-law made this for us on a visit, and we had to have the recipe. Sauteed scallops with sun-dried tomatoes, double-smoked bacon, garlic and a white wine cream sauce are served over angel hair pasta. This dish could be served in a fine restaurant and yet it is so simple and easy to prepare. Delicious!
Provided by CARI
Categories Pork Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Chop the bacon, and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil for the pasta. While water is coming to a boil, heat olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over high heat, and pan-fry the scallops until browned and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove scallops to a plate.
- Stir the angel hair pasta into the boiling water, 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, and divide the hot pasta between 4 plates.
- Pour white wine and sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet, and scrape up and dissolve any browned flavor bits left in the pan. Stir in the cream, bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat, and simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat, and add the butter and garlic. Whisk the butter into the sauce, return the scallops to the pan, and cover with sauce.
- Spoon scallops and sauce over the pasta, sprinkle with chopped bacon, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 82.9 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 600.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
SEARED SUN-DRIED TOMATO-PESTO SEA SCALLOPS
Make and share this Seared Sun-Dried Tomato-Pesto Sea Scallops recipe from Food.com.
Provided by a-bossert
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 9m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the sundried tomatoes and pesto sauce in food prossesor, and blend together.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of sea scallops to taste. Put clarrified butter in pan over med-hi heat, and sear scallops in butter for 3 minutes on each side.
- Heat the sundried tomato pesto sauce over med heat until hot.
- Serve scollops on plate with 1 teaspoon of hot sundried pesto sauce on top of each scallop.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.2, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 80.8, Sodium 2460.1, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 21.5, Protein 18.5
SCALLOPS WITH CAPERS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and lemon peel and sauté 30 seconds. Add scallops and sauté until almost cooked through, turning once, about 3 minutes. Transfer scallops to bowl using slotted spoon. Add sun-dried tomatoes, capers, lemon juice and thyme to same skillet. Boil until liquid thickens, adding any accumulated juices from scallops to skillet, about 2 minutes. Add butter and whisk just until melted. Season to taste with salt. Return scallops to skillet and stir just until heated through. Transfer scallops and sauce to plates and serve.
Tips:
- Use large sea scallops. They will hold up better to cooking and will give you a more substantial bite.
- Sear the scallops in a hot skillet. This will help to create a nice crust on the outside while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
- Be careful not to overcook the scallops. They cook quickly, so just a few minutes per side is all you need.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and bacon towards the end of cooking. This will help to prevent them from burning.
- Serve the scallops immediately. They are best enjoyed hot out of the skillet.
Conclusion:
This recipe for scallops with sun-dried tomatoes and bacon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The scallops are seared until golden brown and then finished with a flavorful sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, and white wine. Serve the scallops over pasta or rice, or simply enjoy them on their own.
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