Roasted sea scallops are a delightful culinary treat that offers a succulent and flavorful experience. Whether you're looking for an elegant appetizer or a main course that impresses, roasted sea scallops deliver a taste of luxury. In this article, we'll guide you through the art of selecting the freshest scallops, choosing the perfect accompaniments, and mastering the roasting technique. From simple yet elegant preparations to more elaborate dishes with tantalizing sauces and garnishes, we'll provide you with a range of recipes that cater to all palates and skill levels. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH SAUTEED WILD MUSHROOMS, FRESH HERB SALAD, AND ROASTED GARLIC BEURRE BLANC
Steps:
- Beurre Blanc: Combine the shallots, lemon juice, wine, thyme, peppercorns, bay leaves, and roasted garlic in a small sauce pot. Bring to a boil and reduce until almost dry, leaving about 1/8 cup. Reduce heat to low and add the cream. Begin adding the butter, 1 cube at a time, whisking continuously. As each cube incorporates into the sauce, add another until all butter has been added. Strain through a fine mesh strainer. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. If you feel that the sauce is too acidic, add a bit of honey to balance the flavor. Be sure to use only a small amount of honey so as not to make the sauce taste too sweet. Cover and keep warm until ready to serve.
- Mushrooms: Place a saute pan over high heat and add enough canola oil to just cover the bottom of the pan. Allow the pan to preheat until you just begin to see light wisps of smoke coming from the pan. Add the mushrooms and begin to saute until the mushrooms are cooked halfway. Add the garlic and shallots to the pan and continue to saute, keeping the mushrooms moving at all times. When the mushrooms are just cooked through add the fresh herbs to the pan and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Taste the mushrooms and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. Cover and keep warm while you saute the scallops.
- Scallops: In a bowl, toss the sea scallops lightly in 1/2 cup canola oil. Season each scallop evenly on both sides with salt and pepper. Put a saute pan that is large enough to hold the scallops in 1 layer without them touching over high heat. Add enough canola oil to just cover the bottom of the pan. Allow the pan to preheat until you begin to see light wisps of smoke coming from the oil. Add the scallops to the pan carefully and allow them to get a deep golden brown color. Turn the scallops and allow the second side to get the same golden brown color. If you want the scallops to be more cooked, place the scallops in a preheated 350 degree F oven until they reach the desired doneness. Serve with mushrooms and drizzle with buerre blanc sauce.
ROASTED SEA SCALLOPS
"We like scallops because of their availability here year-round, and they're affordable compared to some seafood," notes Marguerite Shaeffer of Sewell, New Jersey. "These scallops are delicately seasoned with roasted tomatoes and can be served over rice or toasted garlic bread."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In an ungreased 3-qt. baking dish, combine the first seven ingredients. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10 minutes or until bubbly., Stir in scallops. Bake 15 minutes longer or until scallops are firm and opaque. Serve with rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SEA SCALLOPS WITH CRACKED WHEAT SALAD, ROASTED RED PEPPER TAHINI VINAIGRETTE AND GRILLED LEMONS
Provided by Bobby Flay
Time 2h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- Preheat a charcoal grill to high heat using the direct heat method.
- Thread 2 skewers through 3 scallops sideways so the scallops lie flat. Make 4 sets. Brush the scallops with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill the scallops on both sides until slightly charred and just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Serve with Cracked Wheat Salad, Roasted Red Pepper Tahini Vinaigrette and grilled lemons.
- Bring 2 cups salted water to a boil, add the cracked wheat, cover and cook until the wheat is tender and the water is absorbed, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Transfer the cracked wheat to a bowl. Add the dill, parsley, mint, cucumber, tomatoes, lemon juice and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
- Steep the saffron in hot water for 5 minutes to bloom. Transfer the saffron to a blender and add the tahini, vinegar, 1 tablespoon harissa, honey, garlic, red peppers, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Taste, and add more harissa if desired.
- With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the oils and blend until emulsified. The vinaigrette can be made up to 4 hours in advance, covered and kept refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.
SEA SCALLOPS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE
An appetizing first course from the flavor center of the universe, Louisiana. Courtesy of Chef Robert Krol of Crozier's, featured in The Louisiana New Garde television series.
Provided by Molly53
Categories Peppers
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Roast the peppers in a 400F oven until very dark; place in a paper bag for 15 minutes.
- Peel and remove seeds and ribs (don't do this under running water, you want all the flavor).
- Place in a blender or food processor and whirl until smooth.
- Place puree and next two ingredients in saucepan and cook for about five minutes.
- Stir the cream into mixture and cook to reduce (about five minutes).
- Season to taste and keep warm.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan; add the scallops and cook on each side for about two minutes each.
- Transfer 2 scallops to each plate and garnish with pepper sauce.
SEA SCALLOPS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE
Steps:
- Roast the peppers in a 400 F oven until very dark. Place in a closed paper bag for 15 minutes. Peel the peppers and remove the seeds and ribs. PurÈe in a blender or food processor until very smooth. Put the pepper purÈe, butter and garlic into a hot medium saucepan and cook for 3 minutes. Add the cream and cook to reduce the sauce for 3 minutes. Add the salt and pepper and keep warm. In a large sautÈ pan or skillet, heat the olive oil until almost smoking. Add the scallops and cook on one side for 2 minutes; turn and cook for 2 minutes more. To serve: Transfer 2 scallops to each serving plate and spoon pepper sauce over them. Garnish each with a sprig of parsley or cilantro.
ROASTED SEA SCALLOPS
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the pistou and stock. Bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to very low, and keep warm.
- Spread the rice flakes on a small plate; set aside. Place the flour on a second small plate; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the eggs and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Whisk to combine. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Dip one side of each scallop into the flour, then the egg mixture, and then into the rice flakes to coat; set aside.
- In a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the scallops, rice flake side down, and cook for 2 minutes. Add the butter, and continue to cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes more. Be careful not to burn the rice flakes. Turn, and cook until just opaque, about 2 minutes more.
- Divide the fricassee between 4 shallow soup bowls. Place scallops on top. Drizzle pistou sauce around the vegetables; serve immediately.
HEIRLOOM ROASTED PUMPKIN BISQUE WITH FRESH ALASKAN SEA SCALLOPS
Pumpkin Bisque with Maple Syrup has a light sweet fusion. Alaskan Sea Scallops with Cajuin Seasoning add a spicy flavor to the Bisque.
Provided by Potagekempcc
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Pre-Heat oven to 450°F and place oven rack in middle.
- Coat pumpkin cavity with Maple Syrup using a pastry brush. Place on a sheet pan and roast for 1-hour at 375°F.
- Baste pumpkin every 15-minutes.
- Remove pumpkin flesh from shell and place into a bowl.
- In a 5-quart soup pot melt 2-tablespoons butter, add bay leaves, Maui onion, carrots, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and Saute' 4-5 minutes.
- Add 1/4 cup white wine and reduce by half.
- Add chicken stock, roasted pumpkin and slowly bring to a full boil stirring. Reduce to a simmer for 20-minutes uncovered.
- Wisk in cream, allspice, mace, pumpkin pie spice, nutmeg, tabasco sauce and bring to a full boil for for 10-minutes. Stir to prevent from burning.
- Reduce to a simmer for 30-minutes and stir several times.
- Remove from heat, discard bay leaves and puree the bisque.
- Season Alaskan Scallops with old bay seasoning, cajun seasoning, cayeene pepper, salt and white pepper.
- Add butter to a hot saute pan and saute scallops 2-3 minutes; turning scallops only once. Remove and hold warm for service.
- Season bisque with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve bisque in hot bowls with Blackened Alaskan Sea Scallops.
- Garnish Pumpkin Bisque with Fresh Chopped Parsley.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality scallops. Look for dry-packed sea scallops that are plump and have a slightly briny smell. Avoid scallops that are wet or have a slimy texture.
- Sear the scallops properly. Searing the scallops in a hot skillet with a little bit of oil will help to caramelize the outside and keep the inside moist and tender. Be sure to not overcrowd the skillet, or the scallops will steam instead of sear.
- Use a variety of seasonings. Scallops are a versatile seafood that can be seasoned with a variety of herbs, spices, and sauces. Some popular seasonings for scallops include lemon pepper, garlic butter, and herbs de Provence.
- Don't overcook the scallops. Scallops are a delicate seafood that can easily be overcooked. Cook them for just a few minutes per side, or until they are opaque and slightly firm to the touch.
- Serve the scallops immediately. Scallops are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will help to ensure that they are still hot and juicy.
Conclusion:
Roasted sea scallops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. By following these tips, you can create perfectly seared scallops that are sure to impress your family and friends.
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