CUMIN GRILLED SEA SCALLOPS WITH CHICKPEA SALAD AND RED PEPPER-TAHINI VINAIGRETTE

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Cumin Grilled Sea Scallops with Chickpea Salad and Red Pepper-Tahini Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h26m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

20 large sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Chickpea Salad, recipe follows
Red Pepper-Tahini Vinaigrette, recipe follows
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 (16-ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 serrano peppers, grilled, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced lengthwise
1 large yellow bell pepper, grilled, peeled, seeded, and finely diced
1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped chives
Pinch saffron
1/4 cup hot water
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2 red bell peppers, grilled, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons tahini
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat your grill to high.
  • Brush the scallops on both sides with the oil. Mix together the cumin, salt and pepper in a small bowl and season each scallop with the mixture. Grill the scallops until crusty, golden brown and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
  • Top the chickpea salad with the scallops and drizzle with the vinaigrette before serving.
  • Whisk together the lemon juice, oil, cumin, cayenne, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine. Transfer the salad to a large serving platter, cover and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before serving.
  • Steep saffron in a hot water for 5 minutes to bloom.
  • Transfer saffron mixture to a blender and add the sherry, red pepper, garlic, tahini, honey, salt and pepper and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the oil and blend until emulsified. The vinaigrette can be made up to 4 hours in advance, covered and kept refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Krishma Shrestha
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This dish was a bit expensive to make, but it was worth it. The scallops were fresh and delicious, and the chickpea salad and red pepper tahini vinaigrette were made with high-quality ingredients.


ashfaq zia
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook scallops. This recipe was a great find. The scallops were cooked perfectly, and the chickpea salad and red pepper tahini vinaigrette were delicious accompaniments.


Natalie Oliver
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This dish was a great way to use up some leftover chickpeas. I had a can of chickpeas in my pantry, and I didn't know what to do with them. This recipe was the perfect solution.


Oakley Reifsnider
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The red pepper tahini vinaigrette was delicious! I used it on the scallops, the chickpea salad, and even on some roasted vegetables. It was the perfect finishing touch to every dish.


Malaika Sarwar Malaika Sarwar
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed the chickpea salad. It was flavorful and filling. I would definitely make it again, even without the scallops.


Juanita Smith
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This dish was a lot of work, but it was worth it. The scallops were cooked perfectly, and the chickpea salad and red pepper tahini vinaigrette were amazing. I would definitely make this dish again for a special occasion.


Md rofiqul Islam
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The scallops were a bit overcooked, but the chickpea salad and red pepper tahini vinaigrette were delicious. I would try this dish again, but I would cook the scallops for a shorter amount of time.


Bramwel Nyongesa
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less cumin rub next time.


Amir Haraj
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I'm not a big fan of scallops, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cumin rub gave them a great flavor, and the chickpea salad and red pepper tahini vinaigrette were the perfect accompaniments.


haley threagill
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I made this dish for a dinner party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the scallops, the chickpea salad, and the red pepper tahini vinaigrette. I will definitely be making this dish again for my next party.


Daniel Lara
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This dish was easy to make, even for a beginner like me. I was able to get it on the table in under 30 minutes.


theyluv_shuan jackson
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The red pepper tahini vinaigrette was also a hit. It was creamy and tangy, with a slight hint of spice. I used it on both the scallops and the chickpea salad, and it was delicious on both.


Zamire Kastrati
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I was a bit skeptical about the chickpea salad, but it was actually really good! The combination of chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion was refreshing and flavorful.


arfan king
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These scallops were cooked to perfection! The cumin rub gave them a delicious flavor, and the chickpea salad and red pepper tahini vinaigrette were the perfect accompaniments. I will definitely be making this dish again.