SEA SCALLOPS OVER SHALLOT-HERB PASTA

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Scallops and fennel take on a casual air when tossed with herbed pasta. Choose larger scallops if possible, so they won't tear as easily on the grill. This recipe comes from Martha Stewart's Grilling: 125+ Recipes for Gatherings Large and Small.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 pound spaghetti or linguine
3 shallots, minced (about 1/4 cup)
1/2 cup plus 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cups mixed fresh herbs, such as mint, flat-leaf parsley, tarragon, and basil, finely chopped
1 fennel bulb, trimmed, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced crosswise, plus 1/4 cup snipped fronds
24 sea scallops (about 1 1/4 pounds total), tough muscles removed

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Meanwhile, place shallots on a cutting board and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Using the side of a knife, crush into a paste. Transfer to a medium bowl and whisk in 6 tablespoons oil and lemon juice. Add herbs and fennel fronds; mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Drain pasta in a colander and return to pot. Stir in herb sauce; cover to keep warm.
  • Heat grill to medium-high. Toss fennel slices with 1 1/2 teaspoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Toss scallops with remaining 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper and thread onto skewers (presoaked for 30 minutes, if wooden), if using.
  • Lightly brush grates with oil. Place fennel slices in a grill basket and grill until just wilted and starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Grill scallops, turning halfway through, until golden and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes total. Serve scallops and fennel over pasta.

Faruk Omar
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


CHRIS COURTNEY
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I love the combination of scallops and shallots. This recipe is a great way to showcase both ingredients.


James Leatherbarrow
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover scallops.


Shojon Mia
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Nus Rat
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests.


Zaida Garcia
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Eme_edits
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I served this dish over rice and it was a great way to soak up all the delicious sauce.


Abdullah Omar
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I added some chopped bacon to this dish and it was even better.


Emmanuel Kokobane
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shallots.


Ednah Omayio
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I'm a beginner in the kitchen, but I was able to make this dish with no problems. The instructions are very clear.


Umar Bhai
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I made this dish for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was one of the best meals I've ever made.


Tahmina Shorna
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The results are amazing.


the candylovers
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I love the combination of scallops and shallots. This recipe is a great way to showcase both ingredients.


Latasha Kelso
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Michelle Fantini
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I'm not a big fan of scallops, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did because it was really good. The shallots and herbs add a lot of flavor.


Laylen Brough
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I made this for a party and it was a big success. Everyone raved about it.


Brooklyn Gardner
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


hm jahid hasan
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I've made this dish several times now and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Thebby Mmathema
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I made this for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Rudolph Johannes Du Toit
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This was a fantastic dish! Easy to follow instructions and full of flavor!