KUNG PAO SCALLOPS RECIPE

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Number Of Ingredients 24

MARINADE:
3/4 pound sea scallops
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarh
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch freshly-ground white pepper
SAUCE:
1/3 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or Chinese rice vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
5 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
COOKING:
1 small red or green bell pepper seeded
1 small onion
2 celery stalks
1 can whole bamboo shoots - (15 oz)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons minced ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
6 whole dried chile peppers
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Cot the scallops in half horizontally. Combine them with the marinade ingredients in a medium bowl and stir to coat. Set aside for 30 minutes. Combine the sauce ingredients in another bowl. Cut the bell pepper and onion into 1-inch squares. Cut the celery diagonally into 1/2-inch slices. Cut the bamboo shoots into 1-inch cubes. Place a wok or wide frying pan over high heat until hot. Add 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil, swirling to coat the sides. Add the scallops and stir-fry until opaque, about 2 minutes. Remove the scallops to a bowl. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok. Add the ginger, garlic, whole red peppers, and crushed red pepper. Slightly pressing the peppers into the oil with the back of a spatula, cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 10 seconds. Add the bell pepper, onion, celery, and bamboo shoots and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Tipping the bowl of scallops slightly, pour the accumulated juices into the wok and add the sauce. Cover and cook for 1 minute. Return the scallops to the wok. Add the cornstarch solution and cook, stirring, until sauce boils and thickens. This recipe yields 4 servings. Variation: You can cook just about any meat, poultry, or seafood 'kung pao' style. The sauce can also be made ahead of time; simply omit the scallops and the diced vegetables from the above recipe. Keep the sauce on hand in a jar in the refrigerator, and when you're to use it, stir-fry your choice of meat and vegetables and stir in the sauce.

Ashadul Ashadul
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my scallops turned out rubbery. I think I might have overcooked them.


Pakistani videos
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the scallops are always cooked perfectly. I've even started making it for my friends and family.


Afri cartel
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This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family. The scallops are elegant and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.


Sultan Ahmedsk
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I usually serve it over rice and it's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Edith MamCandy
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The scallops are so tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.


Promise Agageme
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I'm not a fan of scallops, but I tried this recipe and I was surprised at how much I liked it. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Saheed Olasunkanmi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover scallops. I had some scallops that were about to go bad and this recipe saved them!


Madeline Purl
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the scallops and the sauce.


Aiden Mudford
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This recipe was easy to follow and the scallops turned out delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mbonge Taapopi
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I'm allergic to shellfish, so I made this recipe with chicken instead. It turned out great!


Ibin Sultan Issah
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This is the best kung pao scallops recipe I've ever tried! The scallops were tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and not too spicy.


Nombulelo Dlamini
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili pepper.


Bimpe Ladimeji
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Michelle Virden
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The scallops cook in just a few minutes and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.


SHADOW SHROUD
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the scallops are always cooked perfectly.


Jamil Jee
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I followed the recipe exactly and the scallops turned out tough and rubbery.


Md mozzammel Hoque
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This was my first time making kung pao scallops and it turned out great! The scallops were tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and not too spicy.


hazel creations
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy.


Tahir Rana
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The scallops were a bit overcooked, but the sauce was amazing!


Mahendra Subedi
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This kung pao scallops recipe was a hit with my family! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.