SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH SPICY CARROT COULIS
A coulis, pronounced koo-LEE, is a thin, pourable sauce, often made from tomatoes for savory dishes, or from berries for desserts. This brilliant orange sauce gets a splash of vinegar for a hit of acidity and a pinch of cayenne for heat, a perfect foil for the scallops' sweetness. For the best flavor, use young bunch carrots, not large "horse carrots." This is a very easy dish if the sauce is prepared in advance. (Make the sauce up to a day ahead. If made in advance, reheat to serve.) Then it's just a matter of searing the scallops and assembling the plates.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories seafood, vegetables, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the coulis: Put carrots, garlic, onion, vinegar, cayenne, salt, honey and broth in a saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until carrots are very soft, about 15 minutes. Purée all ingredients thoroughly in a blender and strain if necessary - it should be very smooth. Taste, and adjust seasoning. Coulis should not be too thick, but rather similar to a thin milkshake. Keep warm if not made ahead.
- Prepare the scallops: Set 2 wide cast-iron skillets or a large griddle over medium-high heat. When pan is hot, film with olive oil. As oil heats and just before cooking, season scallops with salt and pepper on both sides. When oil is wavy, place scallops in pan without crowding. Leave scallops undisturbed to brown well and crisp on one side, about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more, until cooked through, but juicy. Place scallops browned side up on paper towels to blot bottoms.
- To serve, ladle about 1/4 cup warm coulis onto individual warmed dinner plates. Set scallops on top, browned side up. Sprinkle with cilantro, chives and sliced chiles. Serve with lime wedges.
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James Sumo
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for scallops. It's easy to make and always turns out great. The scallops are cooked evenly and the sauce is flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Jack Bhubezi
[email protected]I love this recipe! The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
ayoimboredchec
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The scallops are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.
Saima Bhatti
[email protected]I was looking for a new way to cook scallops and this recipe did not disappoint. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again.
mrs jawad
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover scallops. The sauce is flavorful and the scallops are cooked evenly. I would definitely make this dish again.
Aj Ariful
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again.
Erkan Ismani
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for scallops. It's easy to make and always turns out great. The scallops are cooked evenly and the sauce is flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
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[email protected]I love this recipe! The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Itzel Barriga
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to show off your culinary skills. The scallops are cooked perfectly and the sauce is complex and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking to impress their guests.
Ali Sher LAKHAN
[email protected]I'm a professional chef and I was very impressed with this recipe. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a restaurant-quality seafood dish.
Prince Ben
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. My guests raved about it.
ejaz ali
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The scallops were cooked to perfection and the sauce was flavorful and well-balanced. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.
Abdull Kahar
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of seafood. But I'm so glad I did! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again.
Haymanot Admasu
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the scallops turned out perfectly. The sauce was a little too spicy for my taste, but that's just a personal preference. Overall, this is a great recipe that I would definitely make again.
Black Panther
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The scallops were cooked evenly and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy seafood dish.
Sir Unofficial
[email protected]I love scallops, and this recipe did not disappoint. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Kashifjan Kashifjan
[email protected]These scallops were cooked to perfection! The sear was golden brown and the inside was tender and juicy. The spicy carrot coulis was the perfect complement, adding a bit of heat and sweetness. I will definitely be making this dish again.