TANGERINE-SESAME NOODLES WITH SCALLOPS

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Nothing wakes up those taste buds like citrus. Here is a recipe with a twist. A twist of tangerine zest and fresh squeezed tangerine juice. This will keep them coming back for more. Recipe was adapted from Prevention Magazine.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup fresh squeezed tangerine juice
3 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger, peeled
2 teaspoons fresh tangerine zest, finely grated
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 cup snow peas
2 carrots, cut into matchstick pieces
10 ounces whole wheat spaghetti, cooked as per package directions
1 lb sea scallops, rinsed and dried well on paper towels
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 green onions, cut into thin diagonal slices

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tangerine juice, soy sauce, peanut butter, toasted seasame oil, ginger, tangerine zest and half the pepper.
  • Place the peas in a steamer basket and over 1 inch of bowling water cook 1 minute.
  • Remove peas and rinse immediately under cold water; set aside and allow to drain.
  • Toss the cooked spaghetti with the tangerine mixture, peas and carrots; set aside.
  • Season the scallops with salt and remaining red pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  • Cook the scallops in batches, without touching each other for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Divide the pasta onto serving plates, top with scallops and sprinkle with cut scallions.
  • Serve immediately.

Tiktak Mashups
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This recipe seems really easy to make. I think I'll try it this weekend.


Rustam Habibi
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I'm not sure about this recipe. The combination of tangerine and sesame seems a bit strange.


Vanessa Pitts
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


anisur rahaman miron
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I would not recommend this recipe. The noodles were mushy and the sauce was tasteless.


Danny Mellado
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The noodles were a bit overcooked and the sauce was a bit too sweet.


Edna Maluleka
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and ginger to the sauce and it was much better.


Anthony Ellison
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Arslan Gujjar
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I've never made scallops before, but this recipe made it easy. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Travis Herm
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The noodles are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.


kokosnuss24yt
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I love this recipe! The noodles are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Tina Grant
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This dish was a bit too complicated for me to make, but it turned out great. The flavors were all well-balanced and the scallops were cooked perfectly.


Johirr Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of scallops, but I thought this dish was pretty good. The sauce was flavorful and the noodles were cooked well.


Amjad Baloch
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The tangerine-sesame sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the scallops were cooked perfectly.


pervaiz ali
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This dish was easy to make and tasted delicious. I especially liked the combination of the tangerine and sesame flavors.


Ram Rajali
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The noodles were perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kledi Leka
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a winner. The sauce is tangy and sweet, and the scallops are always cooked to perfection.


Lonnie Norris
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These noodles were a hit! The tangerine sauce was flavorful and the scallops were cooked perfectly.