Best 12 Seared Sea Scallops With Lime Ginger Sauce And Caramelized Endive Recipes

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Embark on a culinary expedition to savor the delectable flavors of seared sea scallops swimming in a tangy and aromatic lime ginger sauce, accompanied by caramelized endive that adds a hint of sweetness to this delightful ensemble. Prepare to elevate your palate with this mouthwatering recipe that is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH GINGER-LIME BUTTER



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Day-boat scallops, the kind that are dry-packed (never frozen or dosed with preservatives), are what you want for this decadent but very simple dish. The scallops are seared on cast iron, but gradually, for a crisp, well-browned surface that intensifies their natural sweetness. Ginger, lime and hot pepper enhance the rich meatiness of all fresh seafood, and here especially so. A roasted sweet potato and a pile of blanched bok choy complete this quintessentially elegant, fast-food meal.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, for two, main course

Time 1h

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 baby sweet potatoes (or use 2 larger sweet potatoes)
4 to 6 large dry-packed fresh sea scallops, about 12 ounces
Salt and pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger
1 fresh hot red chile pepper, finely chopped
Zest and juice of 1 lime
Olive oil, for searing
8 ounces baby bok choy, washed, leaves separated and stems discarded (or use spinach or chard leaves)
2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Wash sweet potatoes and wrap them tightly in foil. Roast until tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. (If you are using larger sweet potatoes, they may require 15 minutes more in the oven.)
  • Using a paring knife, remove the small hard "foot" from the edge of each scallop. Pat scallops dry and season on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Put on a medium pot of salted water to boil for the greens.
  • Meanwhile, make the ginger butter: Combine butter, ginger, chile and lime zest and juice and stir together until well incorporated. Season with salt to taste. Set aside.
  • Take a cast-iron skillet large enough to hold the scallops without crowding and place over medium-high heat. Add a film of olive oil. When the oil is nearly smoking, add the scallops in one layer and let them sizzle. Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook for at least 5 minutes. Use a small spatula to check the scallops as they brown, allowing them to color gradually. They should be quite crisp and well caramelized. Turn off heat and flip scallops. Leave in pan until firm to the touch.
  • While the scallops are cooking, blanch the bok choy: Cook it for 1 minute in the salted boiling water, then drain and blot on a kitchen towel. Keep warm.
  • Remove and place scallops, browned side up, onto warmed serving plates. Surround with the bok choy leaves and halved or sliced sweet potatoes.
  • Quickly warm the butter in the cast-iron pan and spoon over everything. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 362, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 811 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 1 gram

SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH LIME-GINGER SAUCE AND CARAMELIZED ENDIVE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield Six first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 heads Belgian endive, halved lengthwise
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound sea scallops
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 shallot, peeled and minced
1/2 clove garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons imported white port or dry white wine
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Cayenne pepper to taste
2 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced on the diagonal
1 large ripe tomato, peeled, seeded and diced small

Steps:

  • To make the endive, melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Season the endive with salt and pepper and place cut side down in the skillet. Cook until lightly browned on the bottom, about 8 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the sugar and lime juice over the top and cook, turning occasionally, until the endive are caramelized and tender when pierced with a knife, about 15 minutes longer. Cover and keep warm (can be prepared ahead and reheated in the oven).
  • To make the scallops, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, place them in the skillet and sear until lightly browned and warm in the center, about 1 minute per side.
  • To make the sauce, combine the shallot, garlic, ginger, lime juice and port in a nonreactive saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer until nearly all of the liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Add the cream, bring to a boil and remove from the heat. Whisk in the butter a few pieces at a time until all is incorporated. Strain the sauce and season with salt, pepper and a touch of cayenne. Keep warm.
  • To serve, place 1 endive half on each of 6 plates. Divide the scallops among the plates and spoon the sauce over and around them. Sprinkle with the scallions and tomato. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 253, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 439 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

LEMON BUTTERED SEARED SCALLOPS



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dry sea scallops (12 to 15 scallops), side muscles removed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons Compound Lemon Butter, recipe follows
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

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.

SEARED SCALLOPS



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For a seafood supper tonight, try Alton Brown's foolproof Seared Scallops recipe. The trick is to add a touch of butter to the pan for a golden sear.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 8m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 to 1 1/4 pounds dry sea scallops, approximately 16
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove the small side muscle from the scallops, rinse with cold water and thoroughly pat dry.
  • Add the butter and oil to a 12 to 14-inch saute pan on high heat. Salt and pepper the scallops. Once the fat begins to smoke, gently add the scallops, making sure they are not touching each other. Sear the scallops for 1 1/2 minutes on each side. The scallops should have a 1/4-inch golden crust on each side while still being translucent in the center. 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 CILANTRO GREMOLATA AND GINGER LIME BEURRE BLANC



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Categories     Ginger     Appetizer     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Scallop     White Wine     Spring     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 main-course or 6 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

For gremolata
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 small garlic clove, minced
Finely grated zest of 1 small lime (3/4 teaspoon)
For beurre blanc
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon pieces
White pepper
For scallops
24 sea scallops (1 1/2pounds), tough muscle removed from side of each if necessary
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Make gremolata:
  • Stir together cilantro, garlic, and zest in a small bowl.
  • Make beurre blanc:
  • Simmer shallot and ginger in lime juice and wine in a small heavy saucepan until liquid is reduced to about 2 tablespoons.
  • Whisk in butter 1 tablespoon at a time, adding each new piece before previous one has completely melted and occasionally lifting pan from heat to cool mixture. (Sauce must not get too hot or it will separate.) Pour sauce through a fine sieve into a bowl (discard solids), then return to cleaned pan. Season with salt and white pepper and keep warm while cooking scallops.
  • Sauté scallops:
  • Pat scallops dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté scallops, turning once, until golden and just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes total.
  • Sprinkle scallops with gremolata and serve with sauce.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH GINGER SAUCE



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Provided by Katherine Anastasia

Categories     Milk/Cream     Ginger     Scallop     Summer     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Pasadena     California

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter 1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
24 sea scallops
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1/2 cup whipping cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 green onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter with oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. Add 12 scallops to skillet and sear until brown, about 1 minute per side; transfer to bowl. Sear remaining 12 scallops; transfer to same bowl. Add ginger and garlic to skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add wine and vinegar and boil 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits. Add cream and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Boil until sauce thickens enough to coat spoon, about 3 minutes. Return scallops and any collected juices to skillet. Simmer until scallops are just opaque in center, about 2 minutes. Mix in cilantro and green onion.

SEARED SEA SCALLOPS



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Seared on the outside with a light crust and tender on the inside. You may vary the amounts of all seasonings to suit your taste.

Provided by CHRISADAMS

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons lemon pepper
16 sea scallops, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
4 teaspoons lemon juice, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, oregano, thyme and lemon pepper. Roll scallops in flour mixture until lightly coated on all sides.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet or frying pan over high heat. Add 4 scallops to the pan and sear on all sides (about 2 minutes for each side). After turning scallops, add 1 tablespoon parsley and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Remove scallops from pan and place on a plate in the oven to keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Repeat until remaining scallops are cooked, tossing each batch with parsley and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1250.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CARAMELIZED SCALLOPS RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by LKovac

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 large sea scallops
Pinch of kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons clarified butter
1/2 cup white sugar, spread on a flat plate
1/2 cup dry white wine
Juice of one lemon, freshly squeezed
1 tbsp. finely chopped flat parsley
8 chives
1 tbsp. lemon zest

Steps:

  • Rinse and dry the scallops well. Season both sides of the scallops with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet on medium-high for 2 minutes. Add the clarified butter and swirl to coat the pan. When the butter begins to foam, prepare the scallops quickly. Working efficiently, coat one side of each scallop in sugar, grasping the sides and using a gentle twisting motion to help the sugar adhere. Place the scallops sugar side down in the skillet and sauté for 2½ minutes. If the sugar starts to brown too quickly, reduce the heat. Flip the scallops over and cook for 1 minute more. Add the white wine and lemon juice to the pan and reduce by half, about 1½ minutes. Transfer the scallops to a platter or serving dishes. Pour the pan juices over the top and garnish with chopped parsley, chives and lemon zest. Serve immediately.

CARAMELIZED SEA SCALLOPS



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Make and share this Caramelized Sea Scallops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ewilsonrd

Categories     Healthy

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
4 scallions, chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Season scallops with salt, pepper and paprika.
  • Place olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  • Place scallops in skillet.
  • Sear them two-three minutes per side, until caramelized (browned).
  • Place scallops on platter, and cover loosely with foil.
  • Sprinkle scallions over scallops and serve.

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH CITRUS GINGER SAUCE



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Make and share this Seared Scallops With Citrus Ginger Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GibbyLou

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided
4 (1 inch) green onions, diagonally cut
1 teaspoon peanut oil
1 1/2 lbs sea scallops
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup mirin (sweet rice wine)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over high heat. Add onions; sauté 1 minute or until wilted. Remove from pan; set aside.
  • Add remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil and peanut oil to pan. Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt. Add scallops to pan; cook 2 minutes or until golden brown. Turn scallops; reduce heat to medium, and cook 1 minute or until scallops are done. Remove scallops from pan; keep warm.
  • Add orange juice, mirin, lemon juice, soy sauce, ginger, red pepper, and remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 3 minutes. Combine 1 teaspoon water and cornstarch; stir into sauce. Cook 30 seconds or until sauce begins to thicken. Add scallops to pan; toss to coat. Top with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.2, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 40.9, Sodium 1171.6, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 21.2

PAN-SEARED LEMON AND GARLIC SCALLOPS



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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

12 medium sea scallops
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
5 tablespoons clarified butter (ghee), warm
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons clarified butter (ghee)

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

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 the scallops properly. Sear the scallops over high heat until they are golden brown and slightly caramelized on the outside, but still translucent in the center. Do not overcook the scallops, or they will become tough and chewy.
  • Make sure the sauce is well-balanced. The lime-ginger sauce should be a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your taste.
  • Serve the scallops immediately. Seared scallops are best served immediately, while they are still hot and juicy. You can garnish the scallops with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, before serving.

Conclusion:

This recipe for seared sea scallops with lime-ginger sauce and caramelized endive is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are cooked to perfection and the sauce is a perfect complement to the delicate flavor of the seafood. The caramelized endive adds a touch of sweetness and crunch, and the lime zest brightens up the dish. If you are looking for a seafood recipe that is both impressive and delicious, this is the one for you.

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