Best 8 Scallops With Spicy Garlic Sauce Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our exquisite Scallops with Spicy Garlic Sauce, a culinary masterpiece that blends the delicate sweetness of seared scallops with a bold, piquant sauce. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, where the tender scallops are perfectly seared to retain their succulent texture, while the spicy garlic sauce adds a layer of heat and complexity. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Cucumber Salad with a tangy dressing that cuts through the richness of the scallops, and a simple yet flavorful Steamed Broccoli that provides a healthy balance to the meal. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

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SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 cloves shallots, chopped
2 cups white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1 teaspoon chopped thyme leaves
2 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 pounds (20/30 count) sea scallops
1 1/2 pounds (16/20 count) shrimp peeled and deveined with tails left on
1 1/2 to 2 pounds cooked pasta or rice, for an accompaniment
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, heat 1/4 cup oil and cook garlic and shallot until translucent, about 2 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the wine, and add parsley, basil and thyme and let the liquid reduce by half. Using a fine strainer, strain the reduction into a clean saucepan and add the cream. Over low heat, let the sauce reduce to medium thickness. To the now empty saute pan, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, saute scallops, cook until opaque and remove to a utility platter in a warm place. Then use the same pan to saute shrimp just until pink, and remove to the utility platter. Add cream sauce to saute pan to toss the drained pasta or rice with the cream sauce and seafood, reserving a few scallops and shrimp for the top. Transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle with cheese, as garnish. Arrange shrimp and scallops on top and garnish with basil sprigs.

BAY SCALLOPS WITH GARLIC



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Enjoy sweet, tender bay scallops sautéed with garlic and served with parsley and lemon. Serve these tasty scallops with rice or pasta.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Lunch     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 pounds bay scallops
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 to 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves (minced)
Kosher salt (to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Garnish: parsley (chopped)
Garnish: lemon wedges (for serving)
Hot cooked pasta or rice along with sautéed spinach or Swiss chard (for serving)

Steps:

  • Serve with hot cooked pasta or rice along with sautéed spinach or Swiss chard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 kcal, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1219 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 16 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY GARLIC-LEMON SCALLOPS



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Scallops sauteed in butter and garlic will melt in your mouth. Lemon juice gives it a nice kick.

Provided by Button

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup butter
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 pounds large sea scallops
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic, and cook for a few seconds until fragrant. Add scallops, and cook for several minutes on one side, then turn over, and continue cooking until firm and opaque.
  • Remove scallops to a platter, then whisk salt, pepper, and lemon juice into butter. Pour sauce over scallops to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 152.4 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 987.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SCALLOPS WITH SPICY GARLIC SAUCE



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Categories     Garlic     Mushroom     Appetizer     Sauté     Low Cal     Scallop     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 fresh asparagus spears
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
6 fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps sliced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons grated onion
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sake
1 teaspoon hon-dashi, Japanese bonito-type soup stock granules, is sold at Asian markets.
Pinch of cayenne pepper
10 sea scallops

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in medium saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute. Drain.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and garlic; sauté until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. Add onion; stir 1 minute. Add soy sauce, sake, hon-dashi and cayenne; simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Remove pan from heat.
  • Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over high heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Add scallops to skillet and sauté until almost cooked through, about 3 minutes. Add asparagus and toss until heated through, about 1 minute. Add sauce and simmer 1 minute.
  • Divide between 2 plates and serve.

SCALLOPS WITH SPICY GARLIC SAUCE



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Matsuhisa in Beverly Hills is as famous for its cooked Japanese fish dishes as it is for its stellar sushi. This scallop dish is a perfect example.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Japanese

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 fresh asparagus spears, cut diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces
4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick)
6 fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps sliced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons grated onions
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sake
1 teaspoon hon dashi
1 pinch cayenne pepper
10 sea scallops
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Note: Japanese bonito-type soup stock granules; sold at Asian markets.
  • Cook asparagus in medium saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute.
  • Drain.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add mushrooms and garlic; saute until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add onion; stir 1 minute.
  • Add soy sauce, sake, hon-dashi and cayenne; simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat.
  • Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over high heat.
  • Season scallops with salt and pepper.
  • Add scallops to skillet and saute until almost cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  • Add asparagus and toss until heated through, about 1 minute.
  • Add sauce and simmer 1 minute.
  • Divide between 2 plates and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8, Fat 23.7, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 79.1, Sodium 2517.8, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3.8, Protein 15.5

SPICY MANGO SCALLOPS



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This sweet and spicy seafood combo gives off enough heat to make the whole family warm up to its great flavors! Be sure to buy the larger sea scallops for this recipe; cooking times would be off for the smaller bay scallops. -Nicole Filizetti, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 sea scallops (1-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon peanut or canola oil
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1/4 cup mango chutney
2 cups hot cooked basmati rice
Minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Pat scallops dry with paper towels. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm. Remove from pan., Add onion to same pan; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in pineapple juice. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in chutney., Return scallops to pan; heat through, stirring gently to coat. Serve with rice; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PAN-SEARED LEMON AND GARLIC SCALLOPS



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Scallops have a reputation for being hard to cook correctly, but this recipe is really fast, easy, and oh so tasty. The key is high heat for the sear, a good nonstick pan, and clarified butter. Pairs well with risotto.

Provided by Brian Genest

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 1h20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 medium sea scallops
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
5 tablespoons clarified butter (ghee), warm
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons clarified butter (ghee)

Steps:

  • Place scallops in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Cover and let rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Combine 5 tablespoons warm butter, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl; whisk until combined. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • At the same time, remove scallops from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat, making sure it does not smoke. Brush scallops with garlic mixture and add to the pan. Cook until the bottoms begin to sear and turn golden, about 2 minutes. Flip scallops, brush with garlic mixture, and cook another 2 minutes. Remove scallops from the heat and let them continue to cook while they rest, off the heat, for 5 more minutes. Plate and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 232.4 mg, Fat 52.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 31.7 g, Sodium 1647.9 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

SCALLOPS IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE



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I didn't really get this recipe from anyone, it's just (for as long as I can remember) one of the basic ways that I have always prepared scallops. It's easy, quick to prepare and the sauce really complements the scallops. I've prepared this with and without the wine (on those rare occasions when I happened to be out of my favorite white wine), and it is just as delicious either way. That's why I listed that ingredient as optional.

Provided by Northwestgal

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb scallops
2 -3 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 scallions or 2 green onions, sliced thinly
1/4 cup white wine (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pan over medium-low heat; add the garlic, parsley, scallions (or green onions), wine, salt and pepper. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add the scallops; simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove cover; stir in the cream. Continuing heating, but do not boil, stirring constantly until sauce begins to thicken.
  • Serve immediately while scallops are hot. Spoon excess sauce from pan and drizzle it over the scallops.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality scallops: Opt for fresh, dry scallops with a plump, firm texture and a sweet, briny smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have an off odor.
  • Pat the scallops dry before cooking: This will help them sear properly and prevent them from steaming.
  • Season the scallops simply: Salt and pepper are all you need to bring out the natural flavor of the scallops. You can also add a pinch of garlic powder or paprika for extra flavor.
  • Sear the scallops over high heat: This will create a nice crust on the outside while keeping the inside tender and juicy. Don't overcrowd the pan, or the scallops will steam instead of sear.
  • Cook the scallops for a short time: Scallops cook quickly, so don't overcook them. They should be cooked through but still have a slightly translucent center.
  • Make the spicy garlic sauce while the scallops are cooking: This will allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
  • Serve the scallops immediately with the spicy garlic sauce: Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro for a pop of color and freshness.

Conclusion:

Scallops with spicy garlic sauce is a quick, easy, and delicious seafood dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The scallops are tender and juicy, with a slightly crispy exterior, and the spicy garlic sauce is flavorful and addictive. Serve the scallops with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

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