Best 8 Grilled Sea Scallops And Fennel Recipes

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Grilled sea scallops and fennel are a perfect combination, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The delicate sweetness of the scallops pairs wonderfully with the anise-like flavor of the fennel, while the grilling process imparts a smoky char that enhances the natural flavors of both ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish for a special occasion, grilled sea scallops and fennel is sure to please. Follow our simple recipe to create this delicious and memorable dish.

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GRILLED SEA SCALLOPS



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I love scallops and got this recipe from the local grocery store, Dierbergs. I haven't tried it yet, but think it sounds great over rice.

Provided by karen

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 ounces frozen sea scallops, thawed and drained
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon lime zest or 1 teaspoon lemon peel

Steps:

  • Thread scallops onto skewers. If using bamboo skewers, soak in water for 10 minutes before using.
  • In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients and then rub onto scallops.
  • TO GRILL: Place on oiled grill over hot coals. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque throughout.
  • TO BROIL: Place on broiler pan and broil 4-5 inches from heat source for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque throughout.

GRILLED SCALLOP SALAD



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for brushing
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 bunch watercress, coarsely chopped
1/2 bulb fennel, halved lengthwise, cored, and thinly sliced lengthwise
12 large sea scallops, tough muscle removed

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan over high heat. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, orange juice, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Place watercress and fennel in a medium bowl, and toss with enough dressing to coat.
  • Lightly brush scallops with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill scallops until just opaque, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Divide greens evenly between four plates. Top with 3 scallops each. Drizzle with remaining dressing. Serve immediately.

GRILLED SCALLOPS



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This is my Mom's easy recipe for scallop lovers. It is simple, quick, and delicious. The only tools you need are a grill and a grilling basket.

Provided by MAINJUMP

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup butter
⅔ cup chopped onions
3 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 pinch salt
1 ½ pounds sea scallops
⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lemon juice and salt. Place scallops in a large bowl, and toss with butter mixture. Let stand for about 2 minutes.
  • Thread scallops onto skewers, or use a wire grill basket. Cook on preheated grill for about 4 minutes per side.
  • Return butter mixture to saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and keep warm while scallops cook. Toss with grilled scallops and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 98.5 mg, Fat 23.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 349 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SKEWERED SEA SCALLOPS WITH LEMON-FENNEL DRESSING



Skewered Sea Scallops with Lemon-Fennel Dressing image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons Pernod
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 sea scallops
8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Lemon-Fennel Dressing, recipe follows
2 lemons, halved and grilled
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh fennel tops

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high.
  • Whisk together the garlic, Pernod, olive oil, and salt and pepper, to taste, in a large baking dish. Add the scallops, turn to coat, cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Skewer 3 scallops onto 2 skewers so that the scallops lay flat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper on both sides and grill for about 2 minutes per side or until just cooked through. Transfer to a serving platter and immediately drizzle with the Lemon-Fennel Dressing. Serve with grilled lemons on the side.
  • Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, and salt and pepper, to taste, in a medium bowl until combined. Slowly whisk in the oil until emulsified and then stir in the chopped fresh fennel tops.

GRILLED SCALLOPS WITH FARRO AND PLUM SALAD



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We love scallops for delicious weeknight meals in a hurry because they cook in mere minutes. Just be careful not to overcook them here -- they can become dried out very easily!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup pearled farro
1 tablespoon grated orange zest, plus 2 tablespoons orange juice
4 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the grill
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound plums (about 4), pitted and thinly sliced
1 small bulb fennel, trimmed, halved and thinly sliced
1 small shallot, thinly sliced
1/2 to 1 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced
1 1/4 pounds scallops (20 to 24 scallops)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Cook the farro as the label directs. Meanwhile, whisk the orange juice, vinegar and olive oil in a large bowl; season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add the plums, fennel, shallot and jalapeño and toss well to coat.
  • Preheat a grill to medium high and oil the grates. Toss the scallops with the coriander, orange zest and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Grill the scallops until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a large plate.
  • Fluff the farro with a fork and add it to the plum-fennel mixture. Stir in the mint. Divide the farro salad among plates and top with the scallops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 34 milligrams, Sodium 619 milligrams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 13 grams

GRILLED SEA SCALLOPS AND FENNEL



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Use the grilled scallops to top our Mixed Fresh Herb Pasta.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
4 to 5 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 to 3 lemons)
1 tablespoon anise-flavored liqueur (optional)
24 sea scallops (about 1 1/4 pounds), tough muscles removed
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 bulb fennel, trimmed, reserving fronds for pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high. In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil with the lemon juice and liqueur, if using. Add scallops, and toss to coat. Slide scallops horizontally onto small skewers (about 6 on each). Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place skewers on grill. Grill, rotating, until scallops are golden outside and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from grill.
  • Cut fennel bulb in half lengthwise, and slice lengthwise again into 1/4-inch-thick pieces. Toss with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil, and grill, turning, until fennel just wilts and starts to brown, about 5 minutes. Remove scallops from skewers. Serve warm.

BALSAMIC REDUCTION WITH GRILLED SCALLOPS AND FENNEL RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Balsamic Reduction with Grilled Scallops and Fennel Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by á-73576

Number Of Ingredients 16

For the Balsamic Reduction:
7 1/2-8 ounces Balsamic vinegar
a good pinch or two each, coarse kosher salt and cracked black pepper
For the Scallops and Fennel:
20 scallops (5 per person) white muscle removed from the side, patted very dry before cooking
1 fennel bulb, cut into 1/8 size pieces, tossed in olive oil, sprinkled with coarse kosher salt and pepper, some feathery green leaves set aside for garnish
2-3 tablespoons olive oil, approximately, for brushing scallops on both sides for grilling
a couple good pinches coarse kosher salt over scallops, and more to taste
a couple good pinches cracked black pepper over scallops
Equipment:
small saucepan
wooden spoon for stirring reduction
pastry brush for brushing scallops with olive oil
plastic squirt bottle designed for food use
small funnel for pouring reduction into plastic bottle
grill trays for scallops and fennel if desired

Steps:

  • For Balsamic Reduction Pour balsamic vinegar into a small, heavy, saucepan and heat on very, very low heat until balsamic reduces nearly halfway, or to desired thickness for use with squirt bottle, approximately twenty to twenty-five minutes, stirring frequently in between. Sprinkle in salt and pepper, check seasoning. Let reduction cool then use a funnel to siphon finished sauce into plastic squirt bottle. For the fennel Preheat gas grill for fifteen minutes, spray grill tray with oil if using, placing fennel quarters on top, grill on medium low heat until crisp tender, about twenty to twenty-five minutes, turning fennel over intermittently. For the Scallops Grease grill tray or grates for cooking scallops. Dry scallops very well using paper towels, brush top and underside of scallops with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place scallops on very high heat, not flaming. Grill for three minutes, turn scallops over, grill for another three minutes. Cook another minute or two if desired for further doneness. Assembly Begin grilling fennel. Meanwhile, drizzle Balsamic Reduction onto each place with a decorative design. Ten minutes before fennel is done, begin grilling scallops. Place fennel pieces onto each plate then arrange finished scallops, sprinkle with a bit more salt and pepper if desired. Add a small piece of fennel top to each platter.

GLAZED SEA SCALLOPS WITH BRAISED FENNEL



Glazed Sea Scallops With Braised Fennel image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 heads fennel
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 shallots, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 pounds sea scallops
Juice of 1 orange (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)

Steps:

  • Cut the fennel into quarters and steam it until it is just tender (about 15 minutes).
  • Heat two tablespoons of the olive oil in a heavy skillet and add the fennel. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it is slightly browned on all sides.
  • Soften the shallots and the garlic in the remaining olive oil in a large, heavy skillet. Saute the scallops in two batches over high heat, browning them lightly on both sides. Remove them to a warm bowl.
  • Add the orange juice, balsamic vinegar and rosemary leaves. Scrape up the cooking juices and simmer them until you have a light glaze. Pour the sauce over the scallops and toss them. Correct seasoning and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 313, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 844 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality scallops. Look for scallops that are plump and have a slightly briny smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Clean the scallops properly. Remove the tough side muscle from each scallop. You can do this by using a sharp knife to cut along the side of the muscle. Then, rinse the scallops under cold water.
  • Season the scallops simply. Salt and pepper are all you need to bring out the natural flavor of the scallops. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of herbs, such as thyme or rosemary.
  • Cook the scallops quickly over high heat. This will help to sear the scallops and prevent them from becoming tough. Cook the scallops for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are just opaque in the center.
  • Serve the scallops immediately. Scallops are best enjoyed when they are hot and fresh. You can serve them with a variety of sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or pasta.

Conclusion:

Grilled sea scallops are a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. They are easy to make and can be cooked in just a few minutes. With a little care and attention, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home.

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