Best 10 Seared Scallops With Capers Raisins And Nutmeg Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into a recipe that harmoniously blends the briny essence of seared scallops with the piquant flavors of capers and raisins, while enhancing it with the warm and aromatic touch of nutmeg. This dish promises a sensory experience like no other, enticing your taste buds with each bite. Get ready to explore the perfect balance of flavors as we guide you through the steps to create this gourmet delight.

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

PAN SEARED SCALLOPS WITH LEMON CAPER SAUCE



Pan Seared Scallops with Lemon Caper Sauce image

Pan Seared Scallops with Lemon Caper Sauce is a simple yet elegant dish that is perfect for special occasions or any day of the week. The caramelized scallops and sauce is made all in one pan.

Provided by Jessica Gavin

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 28m

Number Of Ingredients 17

⅓ cup kosher salt (plus more for seasoning)
1 cup hot water
4 cups ice water
1 pound large scallops (1 ½ inches wide, about 14 to 16)
3 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup white wine (optional)
1 cup unsalted chicken broth
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoon capers (rinsed)
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
Black pepper (for seasoning)
1 tablespoon chopped dill
1 teaspoon chopped chives
6 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized bowl combine salt and hot water, stirring to dissolve the salt. Add ice water to cool the brine. Add scallops to the brine and let stand for 10 minutes. Line a sheet pan with paper towels, set aside.
  • Drain the scallops, rinse under cold water, and then arrange in a single layer on the paper towel-lined sheet pan. Place another paper towel on top of the scallops and gently pat scallops. Remove as much surface moisture as possible for the best browning results when cooked.
  • Allow scallops to sit for 10 minutes at room temperature before cooking.
  • In a 12-inch saute pan or cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until oil ripples and just begins to smoke.
  • Sprinkle scallops lightly with salt on both sides.
  • Place scallops into the hot pan without crowding. Gently press scallops with a spatula to make direct contact with the pan.
  • Sear scallops without moving them, continuing to cook until bottoms are a rich golden brown, 3 to 3 ½ minutes.
  • Add butter to the pan. Turn the scallops over and cook the second side. Use a spoon to baste the scallops with the butter, tilting the pan to collect the butter as needed.
  • When the scallops are opaque in color and firm to the touch, about 1 to 2 minutes, turn off heat and transfer to a plate, do not discard pan.
  • In the same pan used for cooking the scallops turn heat to medium. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and add wine. Simmer wine, stirring as needed until the wine is reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
  • Turn heat to high and add the chicken stock, lemon zest, lemon juice and capers to the pan. Cook until sauce is reduced by half, about ½ cup, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and whisk in Dijon mustard.
  • Turn heat to medium and add scallops back to pan, cook until warm, 2 minutes.
  • Taste sauce and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  • Garnish scallops with chopped dill, chives and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 10263 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CAPER, SHIITAKE AND GREEN ONION RELISH



Seared Scallops with Caper, Shiitake and Green Onion Relish image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 ounce shiitakes, sliced
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion
1 tablespoon minced mixed olives
1 teaspoon thinly sliced shallots
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/3 teaspoon chopped capers
1/3 teaspoon minced garlic
1/3 teaspoon red pepper chile flakes
1/3 teaspoon mirin
1/3 teaspoon sesame oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces scallops (U/10 or 16/20), cleaned
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons alfalfa or broccoli sprouts
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion
1/3 teaspoon lemon
1/3 teaspoon olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the caper, shiitake and green onion relish: Combine the shiitakes, green onions, olives, shallots, soy sauce, capers, garlic, chile flakes, mirin and sesame oil in a bowl and refrigerate overnight.
  • When you are ready to cook, remove the relish from the refrigerator and bring it to room temperature, 20 to 30 minutes. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • For the seared scallops: Score the scallops on one side with 4 small cuts in a hashtag pattern (#). Place the scallops on a towel and dry both sides.
  • Heat the grapeseed oil in a skillet over high heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, add to the skillet and sear for 1 minute per side.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat, add the butter and baste the scallops to finish cooking, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Place the relish on a plate and arrange the scallops around it.
  • For the salad: Combine the alfalfa sprouts, green onions, lemon juice and olive oil in a bowl. Add salt and pepper and toss to combine.
  • Place the salad in the center of the scallops. Serve immediately

SEARED SCALLOPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: sea scallop, fine sea salt, black pepper, extra virgin olive oil, unsalted butter, garlic, dry white wine, fresh chives

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb sea scallop, side muscles removed
fine sea salt
black pepper, freshly ground
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 clove garlic, grated
1 tablespoon dry white wine
2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, add the oil.
  • When the oil is hot, add the scallops and cook until golden brown on one side, 2-3 minutes.
  • Gently turn the scallops, and add the butter and garlic to the pan.
  • Continue to cook, spooning the butter over the scallops until they are cooked through, about 3 minutes more.
  • Add the white wine, cook another 10 seconds.
  • Serve with chives.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 0 grams

SEA SCALLOPS WITH BROWN BUTTER, CAPERS AND LEMON



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This bright yet rich treatment for scallops came to The Times in a 2009 article about Kevin Zraly, the wine director of Windows on the World from 1976 to 2001. Mr. Zraly turned the restaurant into an international wine mecca: at the time it was destroyed, when the World Trade Center fell, its cellar held close to 100,000 bottles of 1,500 labels. Mr. Zraly and Michael Lomonaco, the chef at the restaurant (both of whom were not at work on Sept. 11 when the planes hit), worked together on hundreds of wine and food pairings throughout the years. This was Mr. Zraly's favorite of Mr. Lomonaco's creations. With it, he recommends a Puligny Montrachet, Olivier Leflaive.

Provided by Alex Witchel

Categories     easy, quick, appetizer, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 fresh sea scallops
Sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
2 tablespoons salt-packed capers, rinsed of excess salt
Juice of half a lemon
1/3 cup (packed) flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Pat scallops dry with paper towels, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat a large sauté pan or nonreactive skillet over medium-high heat, and add oil. After 30 seconds, add scallops; do not crowd pan, work in batches if necessary. Sauté until well browned, about 2 minutes, then turn and cook other side. When second side is dark golden, transfer scallops to a platter; cover and keep warm.
  • Return sauté pan to heat, add butter, and cook until it begins to foam and turn golden. Add shallot and capers, sauté for 1 minute, then add lemon juice (being careful to avoid sputtering butter) and chopped parsley.
  • To serve, place 3 scallops on each of 4 warmed plates. Spoon butter, shallots and capers over scallops, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 255, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 400 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CAULIFLOWER, CAPERS AND RAISINS



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I know this sounds a little different but it is really good. Plus it is a gourmet without all the work. From Food & Wine magazine

Provided by Kennasmommy

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups cauliflower, cut into small florets approx. 1/2 head
1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
12 large scallops, approx 1 1/2 pounds, side muscle removed
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup roasted almonds, chopped
2 tablespoons small capers, drained
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add caulifolower and boil over high heat until just tender, 3-4 minutes.
  • Drain, shaking off excess water.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil until simmering.
  • Season scallops with salt and pepper. Add to skillet in a single layer and cook over high heat until golden and crusty, about 2 minutes.
  • Turn the scallops.
  • Add the butter, cauliflower, almonds, capers, and raisins and cook undistributed until the scallops are white throughout and cauliflower is lightly browned in spots, about1 minute longer.
  • Add the balsamic vinegar and stir gently to coat.
  • Transfer to plates, garnish with parsley and serve.
  • Enjoy!

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CAPERS, RAISINS, AND NUTMEG



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 pounds scallops, cleaned and patted dry (about 30)
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon salt-packed capers, rinsed and chopped
2 tablespoons golden raisins, chopped
1/4 cup chopped parsley
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in skillet. When foam subsides, add scallops in a single layer, being careful not to crowd pan. Season scallops with salt and cook, undisturbed, 2 minutes.
  • Flip scallops and continue cooking until scallops are firm to the touch, about 1 minute more. Transfer scallops to a serving platter.
  • Add vinegar, capers, raisins, and parsley to skillet and cook, 30 seconds.
  • Stir in remaining tablespoon butter and lemon juice. Remove from heat and pour over scallops. Grate nutmeg over scallops and serve immediately.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH WATERMELON THREE WAYS, CASTELFRANCO RADICCHIO, DANDELION GREENS AND RED ONIONS



Seared Scallops with Watermelon Three Ways, Castelfranco Radicchio, Dandelion Greens and Red Onions image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup champagne vinegar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon sugar
Kosher salt
1 pound watermelon wedge
1 small head Castelfranco, cut into 1/2-inch-wide ribbons
1 cup dandelion greens, cut into 1/2-inch-wide ribbons
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 watermelon radish, peeled and julienned
Extra-virgin olive oil, for cooking
8 large sea scallops

Steps:

  • To pickle the watermelon rind, combine the champagne vinegar, water, sugar and 1 tablespoon salt in a large bowl. Carefully remove the rind from the watermelon. Using a mandoline or sharp vegetable peeler, shave the rind into ribbons about 1/8-inch thick. Add the watermelon rind ribbons to the bowl and let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour. Drain and reserve the pickling liquid.
  • Dice the watermelon flesh into 1/2-inch chunks and add to a large bowl. Add the Castelfranco, dandelion greens, red onions, pickled watermelon rinds and watermelon radish to the watermelon chunks and toss to combine. Add 2 tablespoons of the pickling liquid and a nice drizzle of oil into the salad and toss to combine. Season with salt.
  • Heat a large nonstick pan with some oil over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers. Pat the scallops nice and dry and sprinkle with salt. Sear on each side until golden brown, about 2 minutes. The scallops will be done when they are no longer translucent, but it's important not to overcook them. Remove them from the pan and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
  • To serve, slice the scallops in half lengthwise and nestle alongside the three-watermelon salad.

SCALLOPS WITH CAPER PAN SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



Scallops With Caper Pan Sauce Recipe by Tasty image

Want to serve a show-stopping dinner that comes together in no time at all? Seared to golden brown perfection and bathed in a buttery pan sauce of fragrant shallots and white wine and briny capers, these scallops are sure to impress. And since the whole dish takes just 15 minutes to make, you don't need to wait for a special occasion to indulge.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Dinner

Time 14m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 large sea scallops
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
½ stick unsalted butter, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 shallots, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ cup caper, drained and rinsed
½ cup white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc

Steps:

  • Season the scallops on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, melt together 1 tablespoon butter and the olive oil over high heat. When the butter has melted, add the scallops to the pan and sear, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown on both sides and nearly opaque all the way through, 3-4 minutes total. Divide the scallops between 2 plates and return the skillet to medium-high heat.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet. Add the shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring, until softened and lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the capers and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the wine and cook, stirring, until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and add the remaining tablespoon of butter, swirling the pan until it melts into the sauce. Season the sauce with salt and pepper, then spoon it over the scallops. Serve hot.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 91 grams, Sugar 2 grams

SCALLOPS AND CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPER-RAISIN SAUCE



Scallops and Cauliflower with Caper-Raisin Sauce image

Provided by Jean Georges Vongerichten

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup capers, drained of all but 1 tablespoon of their liquid
1/3 cup golden raisins
8 to 12 cauliflower florets
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
4 tablespoons canola, grapeseed, or other neutral-flavored oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced parsley leaves
12 large sea scallops (at least 1 pound) cut in half through their equators
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, plus a little more
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250°F. Combine the capers and raisins in a small saucepan and add 3/4 cup water; simmer gently until the raisins are plump, about 10 minutes. Do not cook rapidly; you don't want to reduce the liquid. Let the mixture cool for a couple of minutes, then purée it in a blender. Return it to the saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, use a sharp knife or mandoline to cut the cauliflower florets into 1/4-inch-thick slices; you will need a total of 24 slices. Place 1 tablespoon each butter and oil in a large skillet and sauté the cauliflower over medium high heat; do this in 2 or more batches to avoid crowding (add another tablespoon of butter or oil when necessary.) Season it with salt and pepper as it cooks. Don't turn it too often; you want it to brown nicely. Total cooking time will be about 10 minutes, after which the cauliflower should be brown and crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm in a bowl in the oven.
  • Deglaze the pan by heating 1/4 cup water in it and stirring and scraping the bottom over high heat for a minute or two. Add the parsley and pour this juice over the cauliflower; gently stir and return the cauliflower to the oven while you cook the scallops.
  • Place 1 tablespoon each butter and oil in another large ovenproof skillet and turn the heat to medium-high. When the butter foams, add the scallops and cook on one side only until nicely browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Again, do this in batches to avoid crowding (adding another tablespoon of butter or oil when necessary). Remove the scallops from the pan as they brown and season with salt and pepper; keep them warm in the oven.
  • Reheat the sauce, then add the nutmeg, vinegar, and pepper and salt, if needed. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Spoon a little of the sauce onto each of 4 serving plates. Place 6 scallop pieces, browned side up, on each plate; top each scallop with a piece of cauliflower. Finish with a tiny grating of nutmeg.

SCALLOPS W/ CARAMELIZED CAULIFLOWER & CAPER-RAISIN EMULSION



Scallops W/ Caramelized Cauliflower & Caper-Raisin Emulsion image

Adapted from a recipe from chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, a very elegant dish and the raisin-caper combinations is surprisingly wonderful. Supposedly discovered by accident in the kitchen of Jean-Georges.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup golden raisin
1/3 cup capers (with 1 Tbsp. of their liquid reserved)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup water, plus
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon salt
freshly grated nutmeg
fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 large cauliflower florets, sliced into 1-inch thick pieces
2 large sea scallops, each sliced horizontally into 3 discs
10 sprigs flat leaf parsley, rolled, cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • Heat the raisins, capers and their liquid, 4 tablespoons of the butter and water to a low simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat; cook 10 minutes.
  • Cool 5 minutes.
  • Transfer mixture to a blender; blend until smooth; blend in vinegar, season with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and the nutmeg and pepper to taste; return mixture to the saucepan and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add cauliflower.
  • Cook, turning, until brown and crisp on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Season with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove cauliflower to a plate.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon of the butter to the skillet.
  • Season scallops with remaining 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and pepper to taste; add scallops to skillet.
  • Cook, turning once, until just opaque, about 4 minutes.
  • Spoon raisin sauce onto plate; top with scallop slices, then with cauliflower slices and sprinkle with parsley; season with freshly grated nutmeg.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality scallops: Look for scallops that are plump, firm, and have a slightly sweet smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Sear scallops properly: To get perfectly seared scallops, make sure your pan is hot enough before adding the scallops. Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices can really elevate the flavor of scallops. Some good options include parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic, and lemon zest.
  • Don't overcook the scallops: Scallops are a delicate seafood, so it's important not to overcook them. Overcooked scallops will become tough and rubbery.
  • Serve scallops immediately: Scallops are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will ensure that they are at their peak flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Seared scallops are a delicious and versatile seafood dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve them as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, scallops are sure to impress your guests. With a little practice, you can easily master the art of searing scallops and create restaurant-quality dishes at home.

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