Best 14 Sauteed Scallops With Orange And Sesame Recipes

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Sauteed scallops with orange and sesame is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The scallops are seared until golden brown and then simmered in a flavorful sauce made with orange juice, sesame oil, and soy sauce. The result is a dish that is both sweet and savory, with a hint of citrus. Serve the scallops over rice or noodles, or with a side of steamed vegetables.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAUTEED SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE AND SESAME



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, easy, one pot, appetizer, main course

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 pound scallops
Juice of 1 orange
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons peanut or safflower oil
2 scallions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon dry sherry or water
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Marinate scallops for one hour in orange juice and lemon juice.
  • Heat oil in wok or large frying pan. Stir-fry scallions with the ginger and pepper flakes for one minute. Add scallops and stir-fry for two to three minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Add cornstarch mixture and the scallop-marinating juices and bring to a boil.
  • Add soy sauce, stir in coriander and sesame seeds, pour mixture over scallops and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 224, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 545 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PAN SEARED SCALLOPS WITH SESAME SAUCE AND CELLOPHANE NOODLES



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces cellophane noodles
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds large sea scallops, about 12
Ground black pepper
1/4 cup scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • Soak cellophane noodles in hot water for 10 minutes, until tender. Strain and set aside.
  • While the noodles are soaking, in a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops and season the tops with black pepper. Cook 2 minutes, until golden brown. Flip with spatula and cook 2 more minutes, until second side is golden brown. Add soy sauce mixture to pan and bring to a simmer, for 2 minutes, until sauce thickens and scallops are cooked through and have an opaque color.
  • Serve half of the scallops over all of the cellophane noodles and top with scallions. Reserve remaining scallops for salad, if desired.

HERB AND SESAME SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE AND FENNEL SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme, 6 sprigs
6 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 head fennel, thinly sliced, plus fronds
12 sea scallops, pat dry, check to make sure the foot has been removed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 navel orange, supremed
1/2 lemon, zested and juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Combine parsley, thyme, sesame seeds, lemon zest, and fennel fronds. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Roll the sides of the scallops in herb mix. Coat a cast iron skillet or a nonstick pan with olive oil, about 2 tablespoons. Place scallops in hot skillet and sear about 2 minutes per side until the scallops are opaque and firm.
  • Orange and Fennel Salad:
  • Place the orange supremes and fennel into a bowl. Zest and juice the lemon over the orange and fennel. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil. Toss gently and place onto serving plates.
  • Place seared scallops on top.

SKEWERED SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE-SESAME DIPPING SAUCE



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Categories     Shellfish     Appetizer     Sauté     Cocktail Party     New Year's Eve     Orange     Seafood     Scallop     Party     Sesame     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce*
1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Scallops
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil
18 medium-size sea scallops, side muscles trimmed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
18 6-inch wooden skewers

Steps:

  • For sauce:
  • Mix first 7 ingredients in medium bowl to blend well. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.) Mix in remaining ingredients. Season orange-sesame sauce with salt and pepper.
  • For scallops:
  • Heat peanut oil and sesame oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. Add to skillet; sauté until just opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to large bowl. Add mint and cilantro; toss to coat. Thread 1 scallop onto each skewer. Arrange skewers decoratively on platter. Serve with sauce.
  • Chili-garlic sauce is available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets.

SEARED ORANGE SCALLOPS



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this was so quick i had dinner on in less than half an hour! from bon appetit, i served this over jasmati rice.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Oranges

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
1 1/2 lbs sea scallops
2 teaspoons ground pepper, blend
salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • heat 3 tbsp oil in a large skillet.
  • sprinkle scallops with pepper and salt.
  • saute until brown about 2 minutes per side.
  • transfer to a plate.
  • add garlic and remaining oil to skillet, stir for 1 minute.
  • add oj, soy and orange zest to skillet, stirring until sauce boils and thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  • pour sauce over scallops and serve.

PAN SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE BRAISED SHALLOTS



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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

1 lb large scallop
1 1/2 ounces olive oil
salt and pepper
1 cup orange juice
2/3 cup orange juice concentrate
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 large shallots, peeled
1 1/2 ounces sherry wine vinegar
2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon butter

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.

SAUTEED SCALLOPS



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A very simple recipe for how delicious it is! Just crush the garlic with the side of a chef's knife blade instead of chopping it, and using whole sprigs of rosemary allows them to be easily removed before serving.

Provided by Pati

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup butter
2 cloves crushed garlic
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 pound scallops

Steps:

  • In a medium size saucepan melt butter over medium-high heat. Add crushed garlic and whole sprigs of rosemary to the saucepan. Add scallops, cook for 2 minutes on each side (or until desired consistency). Remove the garlic and rosemary from pan. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 135.9 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 529.6 mg

SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE-BUTTER SAUCE



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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

1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 pound sea scallops, patted dry, tough ligament on side removed
Salt and pepper
1 orange, peel and pith removed, flesh cut into segments, juice squeezed from membranes
2 tablespoons dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
Cooked couscous, for serving

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

SAUTEED SCALLOPS WITH CAPER BROWN BUTTER



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Martha loves all kinds of seafood, and for good reason: It's healthy and delicious, and shines in the simplest of dishes. In this elegant dish featuring scallops, tangerine juice adds sweetness and acidity to the caper brown butter on these seared bivalves. They're served over a bed of wilted spinach, which was simply tossed with a few pats of butter in a hot skillet.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 large sea scallops (about 1 pound)
Instant flour, such as Wondra, or all-purpose flour, for dusting
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Fine sea or kosher salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon small capers, drained
2 tablespoons fresh tangerine or orange juice, plus wedges for serving
1 tablespoon finely shredded mint leaves, plus more small whole leaves for serving
2 teaspoons lemon juice, plus more as needed
Warm wilted spinach, for serving

Steps:

  • Pat scallops dry; dust flat sides with flour. Heat a skillet over medium-high; swirl in oil. Season scallops with salt, then add to skillet and cook, undisturbed, until browned on bottoms, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Flip and cook until browned and cooked through but still slightly pink in center, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a platter; cover to keep warm. Rinse skillet and wipe dry.
  • Return skillet to medium heat. Melt 3 tablespoons butter, then continue to cook, swirling skillet, until milk solids on bottom turn light golden brown, about 2 minutes. Add capers; cook 30 seconds. Add tangerine juice; let bubble up and subside, then remove from heat. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter and swirl skillet to melt and thicken sauce. Season with salt; stir in mint and lemon juice, adding more lemon to taste.
  • Serve scallops over spinach, drizzled with sauce and sprinkled with more mint leaves, with tangerine or orange wedges alongside.

SCALLOPS WITH CHIPOTLE-ORANGE SAUCE



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Kindle cozy conversation with these tender scallops in a spicy sauce. It's a surefire recipe for warming up a twosome in no time! -Jan Justice, Catlettsburg, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 pound sea scallops
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
2 teaspoons butter
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
Hot cooked linguine, optional
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion

Steps:

  • Sprinkle scallops with paprika and 1/8 teaspoon salt. In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, melt butter over medium heat. Add scallops; cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until firm and opaque. , Add orange juice and remaining salt to the pan; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in chipotle pepper. , Serve over linguine if desired. Garnish with green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 608mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH FRIED ONIONS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons salted capers
1 medium red onion
Peanut or vegetable oil for deep frying
Flour for dredging
16 large sea scallops (about 1 1/2 pounds)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 to 5 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 clove garlic, minced (green part removed)
1 to 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (to taste)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Soak capers in water to cover for 10 minutes. Rinse under cold running water and pat dry. Slice onion in rings one-fourth-inch thick. Separate rings.
  • Heat enough peanut or vegetable oil to come one-fourth of the way up the side of a deep fryer. Lightly dredge the onions in the flour and place in a frying basket. Deep-fry until golden. Drain on paper towels. Dredge the capers with the flour, deep fry and remove with a slotted spoon when golden. Drain on paper towels.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet until hot. Season scallops with salt and pepper and saute them in two teaspoons olive oil in one layer over high heat, turning once, until seared and opaque, about two minutes each side.
  • To assemble the salad, arrange the tomatoes on four plates. Place the scallops on top. Combine the quarter-cup olive oil, garlic and vinegar and sprinkle lightly over the scallops. Season with pepper and garnish with the onion rings, capers and basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 324, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 949 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CITRUS HERB SAUCE



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Be sure to pat the scallops with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This helps create that perfectly browned and flavorful scallop your better half will love. -April Lane, Greeneville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 pound sea scallops
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons dry sherry or chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon minced fresh oregano
1/8 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add scallops; sear for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm. Remove from the skillet; keep warm., Wipe skillet clean if necessary. Saute garlic in remaining butter until tender; stir in sherry. Cook until liquid is almost evaporated; stir in the remaining ingredients. Serve with scallops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 691mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SEARED PEPPERED SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE-SOY GLAZE



Seared Peppered Scallops with Orange-Soy Glaze image

Categories     Fruit Juice     Citrus     Shellfish     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Orange     Scallop     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
1 1/2 pounds sea scallops, patted dry with paper towels
2 teaspoons ground peppercorn blend, or ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped (about 2 teaspoons)
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon (packed) grated orange peel

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large skillet over high heat. Sprinkle scallops with pepper blend and salt. Working in batches, add scallops to skillet in single layer; sauté until brown on outside and just opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to plate, leaving drippings in pan.
  • Add garlic and remaining oil to drippings in skillet; stir 30 seconds. Add orange juice, soy sauce, and orange peel. Boil until sauce thickens to syrup, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over scallops and serve.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE



Seared Scallops with Jalapeno Vinaigrette image

This is an incredibly basic but extremely versatile dressing.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and membranes removed
¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
12 large fresh sea scallops
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 oranges, peeled and cut in between sections as segments

Steps:

  • Place jalapeno, rice vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard in a blender. Puree on high until mixture is completely liquefied, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Season scallops with sea salt and cayenne pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Place scallops in skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Garnish scallops with orange segments and drizzle jalapeno vinaigrette over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 472 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

And here are some tips to help you create the perfect Sautéed Scallops with Orange and Sesame dish:

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality scallops. Look for scallops that are plump and have a slightly sweet smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Sear the scallops properly. Searing the scallops creates a beautiful golden-brown crust and helps to lock in their natural flavors. Be sure to sear the scallops over high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Don't overcook the scallops. Scallops are very delicate and can easily be overcooked. Overcooked scallops will become tough and rubbery. Cook the scallops for just 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Use a flavorful orange sauce. The orange sauce is the perfect complement to the delicate flavor of the scallops. Be sure to use a sauce that is made with fresh orange juice and zest. You can also add other ingredients to the sauce, such as ginger, garlic, or honey.
  • Garnish the scallops with sesame seeds. Sesame seeds add a nice nutty flavor and texture to the dish. You can also garnish the scallops with other ingredients, such as chopped green onions, cilantro, or parsley.

Conclusion:

Sautéed Scallops with Orange and Sesame is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation, this dish is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook scallops, give this recipe a try.

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