SEARED SCALLOPS WITH SPICY HONEY-CITRUS GLAZE ON CELERY SALAD

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Categories     Citrus     Shellfish     Vegetable     Appetizer     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Glaze:
1/2 cup orange blossom honey
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
4 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons finely grated lime peel
1 1/2 teaspoons hot chili sauce (such as sriracha)*
Salad:
2 cups finely chopped celery (about 4 large stalks)
1 cup finely chopped red bell pepper (about 1 medium)
1 cup finely chopped orange bell pepper (about 1 medium)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
Scallops:
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
12 large sea scallops, side muscle removed
Chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • For glaze:
  • Stir all ingredients in small saucepan over medium heat until heated through. Set aside. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before continuing.
  • For salad:
  • Mix all ingredients in large bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
  • For scallops:
  • Preheat broiler. Melt butter with oil in heavy large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. Cook scallops until browned on 1 side, about 1 minute. Turn scallops over and cook 1 minute. Spoon 1 teaspoon glaze atop each scallop. Place scallops in broiler until glaze browns, about 1 minute.
  • Divide salad among 4 plates. Top salad on each plate with 3 scallops. Drizzle remaining glaze over. Sprinkle with chives and serve.
  • *Sold in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at Asian markets.

mamony emporium
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This recipe is perfect for a summer dinner. The scallops are light and refreshing, and the celery salad is very crisp and cool. I love serving this dish on a warm summer evening.


Skrapy Dayah
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This is a great recipe for a date night dinner. The scallops are romantic and the glaze is very flavorful. I highly recommend this dish for a special night out.


Sinthia Akter (Meher)
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This recipe is perfect for a party. The scallops are easy to make ahead of time and the celery salad can be made a few hours before serving. I always get rave reviews when I serve this dish at parties.


Umeakunne Augustine
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The scallops are elegant and the glaze is very impressive. I always get compliments when I serve this dish.


Asavela Ngamlana
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This dish is a family favorite. My kids love the scallops and the celery salad. I always make extra because it's gone so quickly.


Michal Szokalo
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This recipe is very budget-friendly. Scallops can be expensive, but this recipe uses a small amount and the other ingredients are very affordable. I was able to make this dish for less than $20.


Wolf among Us7778
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This recipe is quick and easy to make, which is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The scallops cook in just a few minutes and the glaze is made with simple ingredients. I highly recommend this dish.


Biraj Basnet
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This is a healthy and delicious recipe. The scallops are a good source of protein and the celery salad is packed with vitamins and minerals. I feel good about eating this dish.


Ehis Abaimu
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These scallops are the best! They're so tender and juicy, and the glaze is amazing. I love serving them with the celery salad. It's a perfect combination.


Lusindiso Maqasho
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The scallops turned out great and the glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Eman ali Unar
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This is one of my favorite scallop recipes. The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the glaze is delicious. I also love the celery salad. It's a great way to add some freshness to the dish.


Adedejitaiwo Banmodu
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These scallops are out of this world! The glaze is so flavorful and the scallops are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this dish again and again.


Cyril Musara
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I love this recipe! The scallops are cooked perfectly and the glaze is amazing. I also like that the celery salad is a healthy and refreshing side dish. This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner.


Blessing Ebere
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of celery, but I'm so glad I did! The celery salad is actually really good and it pairs perfectly with the scallops. The glaze is also delicious and adds a nice touch of sweetness.


PHULPOTO KING
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The scallops are tender and juicy, and the glaze is perfectly balanced. I highly recommend this dish.


Ali husnain Ali
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The scallops are cooked perfectly and the glaze is addictive. I like to serve it with a side of rice or quinoa.


Uzaib Khan
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These scallops were a hit at my dinner party! The spicy honey citrus glaze was the perfect balance of sweet and heat. The celery salad was a refreshing accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again.