Scallops are a delicious and versatile seafood that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Stir-frying is a quick and easy method that results in tender, juicy scallops with a slightly caramelized exterior. This recipe for Fast and Easy Scallop Stir-Fry for One is perfect for a weeknight meal or a light lunch. It features seared scallops tossed in a flavorful sauce made with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and green onions. The dish is served over a bed of steamed rice or quinoa.
In addition to the main recipe, the article also includes a recipe for a simple and refreshing Asian Cucumber Salad. This salad is the perfect complement to the scallop stir-fry, as it provides a light and crunchy contrast to the savory seafood. The salad is made with thinly sliced cucumbers, red onions, and cilantro, and is dressed with a tangy vinaigrette made with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey.
The article also features a recipe for a flavorful and aromatic Ginger-Scallion Sauce. This sauce is perfect for drizzling over the scallop stir-fry or for serving as a dipping sauce for steamed or grilled seafood. The sauce is made with ginger, scallions, garlic, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
With its easy-to-follow instructions and delicious recipes, this article is a great resource for anyone looking to make a quick and easy scallop stir-fry. The recipes are also adaptable to different dietary needs, as they are all gluten-free and can be made dairy-free by omitting the butter.
SPICY STIR-FRY WITH SCALLOPS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the peanut oil.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger and sriracha. Set aside.
- Add the scallops to the skillet and sear until nice and browned, 2 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.
- Crank up the heat to high. Add the baby corn, squash and broccoli and cook, stirring everything around, for 2 minutes. Then add the snow peas and chile pepper and continue to cook for about 1 minute.
- Give the reserved sauce a quick stir and add it to the skillet along with 1/2 cup water. Continue to cook until the sauce thickens, about a minute or two. Add the scallops back to the skillet and gently stir to coat them in the sauce.
- Serve immediately over rice and garnish with the scallions and cilantro.
STIR-FRIED SCALLOPS
Scallops meet mild tomato in this sublime stovetop supper. Try serving the saucy mixture over rice or angel hair pasta, and garnish with cilantro if you like. -Stephany Gocobacki, San Rafael, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry onion and garlic in hot oil until tender. Add scallops; stir-fry until scallops turn opaque. Add tomatoes; cook and stir until heated through, 1-2 minutes longer. , Stir in lemon juice and pepper. Serve over pasta or rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SHRIMP AND SCALLOP STIR-FRY
Steps:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus, mushrooms, and onion; stir-fry until tender yet still firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Melt remaining butter in the same skillet. Stir-fry shrimp and scallops until almost opaque, about 2 minutes. Stir in parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute more. Return cooked vegetables to the skillet; stir in lemon juice. Cook and stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 135.8 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 600.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
SCALLOP STIR-FRY
This saucy seafood stir-fry from our Test Kitchen features scallops, curry, ginger and a colorful medley of vegetables.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- If scallops are large, cut in half and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar and salt. Stir in water and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. , In a nonstick skillet, saute carrots and celery in 1-1/2 teaspoons hot oil for 4 minutes. Add mushrooms and green onions; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the garlic, curry powder and ginger; stir-fry for 1 minute longer. Remove vegetable mixture and set aside., In the same skillet, stir-fry scallops in remaining oil for 2-3 minutes or until scallops turn opaque. Stir sauce and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Return vegetables to the pan; heat through. serve over hot cooked rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 581mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SCALLOP STIR FRY
My husband makes this for us about once a week. It is so wonderful that I had to post it. We often use chicken instead of scallops and substitute different types of cabbage. It always turns out delicious. The garlic is KEY! :)
Provided by Jessievs
Categories Asian
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat half of the olive oil in a large pan over very high heat. Add scallops and cook until just done. Remove and set aside.
- Add broccoli and bok choy. Saute until they begin to brown and add bell peppers, onions and garlic. Pour in half of the rice wine vinegar, more olive oil and some soy sauce.
- When vegetables are almost fully cooked, return the scallops to the pan. Add water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, remaining olive oil, rice wine vinegar and soy sauce. before serving add cashews and allow them to cook for a minute.
- Serve immediately over a bed of white rice.
- NOTE: The scallops tend to lose a lot of moisture into the pan. It is sometimes necessary to drain off the excess liquid, and return the pan to the stove for a moment before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.1, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 50, Sodium 358.9, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.9, Protein 30.5
BAY SCALLOP STIR-FRY
Bay scallops may be sweet, but they're not shy. Here, they stand up to the intense combo of soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and ginger.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups salted water to a boil. Add rice, and return to a boil, stirring once. Reduce to a simmer; cover and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and let steam for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk together vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Set sauce aside.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high. Add bell pepper, scallion whites, carrots, and ginger; cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add scallops and scallion greens; cook, stirring occasionally, until scallops are cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Whisk sauce briefly, and add to skillet; cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Serve scallop stir-fry over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 25 g
Tips:
- Choose high-quality scallops. Fresh, dry scallops are the best choice for this recipe. Avoid scallops that are frozen or have a slimy texture.
- Sear the scallops properly. Searing the scallops in a hot skillet with oil helps to create a nice crust and caramelize the natural sugars in the scallops.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the scallops will not sear properly and will become steamed instead.
- Cook the scallops until they are just cooked through. Overcooking the scallops will make them tough and rubbery.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. You can use any type of vegetables that you like, such as broccoli, carrots, snow peas, or bell peppers.
- Add a sauce or marinade to the scallops. If you want to add more flavor to the scallops, you can marinate them in a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger before cooking. You can also add a sauce to the scallops after they are cooked, such as a teriyaki sauce or a sweet and sour sauce.
Conclusion:
This fast and easy scallop stir-fry is a delicious and healthy meal that can be made in just 30 minutes. The scallops are seared until they are golden brown and caramelized, and then they are stir-fried with a variety of vegetables in a flavorful sauce. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a light lunch.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
#15-minutes-or-less #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #cuisine #preparation #occasion #for-1-or-2 #main-dish #seafood #vegetables #asian #chinese #easy #beginner-cook #dinner-party #kid-friendly #stove-top #dietary #one-dish-meal #stir-fry #inexpensive #scallops #shellfish #broccoli #equipment #number-of-servings #3-steps-or-less #technique
You'll also love