Preparing pan seared scallops with roasted beets and orange dill butter sauce can be an enjoyable culinary experience that tantalizes your taste buds. This dish combines the delicate flavor of scallops with the earthy sweetness of roasted beets, all while being enveloped in a citrusy and herbaceous orange dill butter sauce. The combination of textures and flavors creates a symphony of taste that will impress any food lover. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this recipe is a great way to showcase your culinary skills and create a memorable meal that will leave a lasting impression.
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LEMON BUTTERED SEARED SCALLOPS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the scallops on a paper towel-lined sheet tray and pat dry. Sprinkle the scallops with salt and pepper.
- Preheat a large nonstick saute pan on medium-high heat, then add the oil and heat until shimmering. Add the scallops and sear on one side until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Gently turn the scallops over and add the Lemon Butter, basting the scallops by gently spooning the melting butter over the top, for about 1 minute.
- Add the wine and lemon juice and allow the scallops to simmer until they are cooked through, another 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the scallops to a platter and sprinkle with the chives.
- Combine the butter, lemon zest, lemon juice and salt in a medium bowl and stir until smooth. Spoon the butter onto the lower third of a piece of plastic wrap. Fold the plastic wrap over the butter and use a spatula to compress the butter into a log about 5 inches long and 2 inches wide. Twist both ends of the plastic wrap to seal the butter inside. Refrigerate the butter until firm, at least 30 minutes, before using.
PAN-SEARED SCALLOPS WITH ROASTED BEETS AND ORANGE-DILL BUTTER SAUCE
Steps:
- Peel and remove pith from oranges. Cut between membranes to release segments. Preheat oven to 350. Toss beets with 1 1/2 tbsp. of the oil on a rimmed baking sheet to coat. Salt and pepper. Roast until tender, stirring occasionally, about 50 minutes. Combine wine, shallots, and juice in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil until reduced to 1/3 cup, about 10 minutes. Add cream; reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Strain and discard solids. Return liquid to same saucepan over med-low heat. Add butter, several pieces at a time, and stir until melted (do not boil). Whisk in vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in dill. Keep warm. Heat remaining oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. Add scallops to skillet and cook until brown on both sides and just opaque in center, about 2 1/2 minutes in total.
CREAMY PAN-ROASTED SCALLOPS WITH FRESH TOMATOES
In this homage to a classic dish at Grand Central Oyster Bar in New York, scallops are quickly poached in a creamy, piquant tomato sauce that's spiked with Worcestershire and celery seed. If you want to work a little ahead, you can make the sauce through Step 2, and leave it in the pan, covered for an hour or two. Reheat it before adding the scallops in Step 3. Then serve the scallops right away, with some bread or rice to soak up every last drop of the herby, savory sauce.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories seafood, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high and add the butter, letting it melt. Add shallots, celery seeds and a pinch each salt and pepper, and cook until the shallots are tender and opaque, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook until jammy, 9 to 13 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-high and stir in vermouth. Cook until about a third of the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes. Add Worcestershire and cream, and simmer, reducing heat if needed and stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens enough to coat a spoon, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Season scallops with salt and pepper, and add to the pan. Cook, uncovered, until scallops are just cooked through and opaque, 3 to 6 minutes, depending on the size of the scallops. Stir in chives and celery leaves. Serve immediately, garnished with more chives and celery leaves.
SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE-BUTTER SAUCE
This is a rich meal of orange-flavored scallops, high in vitamin B-12, accompanied by couscous.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Season scallops with salt and pepper; cook until browned and opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate; cover loosely with foil. Cut orange segments into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Reduce heat to medium, add wine to skillet, and cook 30 seconds. Add butter and 3 tablespoons orange juice and cook, swirling, until sauce is thickened, 1 minute. Remove from heat and add chives and orange pieces. Season with salt and pepper and spoon over scallops and couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g
SEARED SCALLOPS WITH LEMON AND DILL
Steps:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. Add scallops to skillet; cook until golden and just opaque in center, about 1 minute per side. Transfer scallops to plate; tent with foil to keep warm.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet. Add shallots; sauté 1 minute. Add wine; boil until reduced by half, about 1 minute. Stir in chopped dill, lemon juice, and peel. Remove pan from heat; add chilled butter cubes, a few pieces at a time, whisking just until melted (do not boil). Season with salt and pepper. Divide scallops between 2 plates. Pour sauce over scallops; garnish with dill sprigs.
PAN-SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH BROWNED BUTTER SAGE
This recipe is absolutely to-die-for. I like to refer to these scallops as tender, sweet morsels of heavenly goodness. The scallops turn out succulent with a savory, seared brown crust on top and bottom and decadent bits of sage crisped in browned butter. This dish is worth savoring every last bite!
Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe
Categories Savory
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- With a paper towel, thoroughly dry all sides of scallops.
- Season all sides of scallops evenly with garlic powder, onion powder and black pepper. Then evenly coat all sides with flour and pat of excess flour.
- In an oven-safe skillet (cast iron preferred), heat olive oil over medium-high heat until glistening.
- Add scallops. Cook for 3 - 5 minutes and turn over when bottom edges change color 1/4 of the way up, and seared side has turned paper bag brown.
- Lower skillet to medium heat. Add butter to pan (being careful not to burn). When butter has melted and begins to foam, baste scallops with it for 1 - 3 minutes. (The butter will become amber in color. If it seems to be any darker than "amber", reduce heat a little.)
- During the last one minute of cooking time, sprinkle fresh sage into butter and allow to crisp. Scallops are done when their sides are evenly white from top to bottom (no longer opaque) or internal temperature reaches 140°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.7, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 85.1, Sodium 994.4, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 29
PAN-SEARED LEMON AND GARLIC SCALLOPS
Scallops have a reputation for being hard to cook correctly, but this recipe is really fast, easy, and oh so tasty. The key is high heat for the sear, a good nonstick pan, and clarified butter. Pairs well with risotto.
Provided by Brian Genest
Categories Seafood Shellfish Scallops
Time 1h20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place scallops in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Cover and let rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Combine 5 tablespoons warm butter, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl; whisk until combined. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- At the same time, remove scallops from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature, about 20 to 30 minutes.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat, making sure it does not smoke. Brush scallops with garlic mixture and add to the pan. Cook until the bottoms begin to sear and turn golden, about 2 minutes. Flip scallops, brush with garlic mixture, and cook another 2 minutes. Remove scallops from the heat and let them continue to cook while they rest, off the heat, for 5 more minutes. Plate and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 232.4 mg, Fat 52.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 31.7 g, Sodium 1647.9 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
PAN SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE BRAISED SHALLOTS
From the Chef at Citrine, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort, Orlando. These are absolutely scrumptious.
Provided by CCinSC
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Dry scallops well and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in large saute pan until smoking then add the scallops.
- Don't overcrowd them.
- Brown well.
- Let cook over medium high heat until done, about 5-8 minutes.
- Keep Warm.
- In non-aluminum pan bring orange juice and concentrate to boil.
- Lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Set aside.
- In a saute pan, heat olive oil until almost smoking.
- Add the shallots, browning them well on all sides.
- Add orange juice mixture and chicken stock, cover.
- Let simmer over moderate heat until shallots are nearly cooked through.
- Remove shallots and let the remaining liquid reduce uncovered to about one cup.
- Swirl in butter and serve immediately over shallots and scallops.
QUICK PAN-SEARED SCALLOPS
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot; cook and stir until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in lemon juice and cook until evaporated, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits, about 3 minutes.
- Place scallops 1/2 inch apart in the skillet. Cook until browned on the bottom, about 1 minute. Flip and continue cooking until the second side is deeply browned, about 1 minute more.
- Transfer scallops to a serving plate; season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 285.1 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
Tips:
- Choose high-quality scallops. Look for scallops that are firm and plump, with a slightly briny smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
- Sear the scallops properly. To get a nice sear on your scallops, make sure your pan is hot and well-oiled. Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the scallops will steam instead of sear. Cook the scallops in batches if necessary.
- Be careful not to overcook the scallops. Scallops are very delicate and can easily become overcooked. Overcooked scallops will be tough and chewy.
- Serve the scallops immediately. Scallops are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will ensure that they are tender and juicy.
Conclusion:
Pan-seared scallops are a delicious and elegant dish that can be enjoyed for any occasion. By following these tips, you can easily cook perfect scallops at home. Serve the scallops with your favorite sides, such as roasted beets, mashed potatoes, or asparagus.
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