Best 7 Sea Scallops In Sweet Pepper Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Sea Scallops in Sweet Pepper Sauce, a delectable dish that harmonizes the delicate flavors of the sea with the vibrant sweetness of peppers. This recipe showcases plump and succulent sea scallops, carefully seared to perfection, enveloped in a luscious sauce made from an array of sweet peppers, adding a delightful medley of colors and flavors. Experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory as the natural brininess of the scallops complements the vibrant sauce, creating an unforgettable symphony of tastes. Alongside the main recipe, we present two additional variations to satisfy your culinary curiosity. Treat yourself to the classic elegance of our Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with Lemon Butter Sauce, where the bright acidity of lemon and the richness of butter elevate the scallops to new heights. For a touch of international flair, explore our Asian-Inspired Sea Scallops with Ginger Soy Sauce, where the bold flavors of ginger and soy dance harmoniously with the tender scallops. Each recipe offers a unique taste adventure, ensuring an exceptional culinary experience.

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PAN SEARED SCALLOPS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE



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These pan seared scallops are sweet and succulent, with a hint of a smoky kick from a mildly tangy roasted red pepper sauce!

Provided by Ingrid Beer

Categories     Entree

Time 24m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 sea scallops, side muscle removed and patted completely dry
Pinch of sea salt
2 tablespoons avocado oil (or other high-heat oil)
2 tablespoons clarified butter (or regular unsalted butter)
Pinch of black pepper
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts, optional garnish
1/2 cup micro greens, optional garnish
1 (16 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained, patted dry and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons roughly chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon (slightly heaping) sea salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • To prepare the roasted red pepper sauce, place all of the ingredients into the bowl of a food processor, and process for a few minutes until completely smooth; pour the sauce into a squeeze bottle or spoon into a serving dish, and keep room temp or in the fridge. (Any unused portion will last for a couple of weeks in the fridge, and is delicious over chicken, beef, shrimp, or veggies.)
  • To sear the scallops, place a large cast-iron or other heavy bottom skillet over medium-high heat, and add in the avocado oil and the clarified (or regular) butter; once melted and the skillet it very hot and pretty much smoking, season the scallops with some sea salt, and working in batches if necessary, place the scallops larger flat-side down into the skillet.
  • Do not disturb the scallops for about 2 1/2 minutes, allowing that first side to get a nice, deep brown char; then, flip the scallops over and allow them to sear, undisturbed, on that second side for about 1 1/2 minutes, or until a golden crust forms on that side and the scallops are medium-rare and slightly firm yet tender when gently pressed.
  • Remove the scallops from the skillet and place onto a large platter to hold. Repeat with another batch, if necessary.
  • To serve, add a couple of generous spoonfuls of the roasted red pepper sauce to the bottom of a plate, and top with 3 scallops; sprinkle over a small amount of the toasted pine nuts as well as some pretty micro greens, and serve while hot. (Alternately, you can spoon or drizzle some of the sauce over top of the scallops, then top with pine nuts and micro greens.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories (per 3 scallops, with about 1/3 cup of sauce)

SEA SCALLOPS WITH SWEET ROASTED RED PEPPERS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large sweet red peppers
1 1/2 pounds sugar or snap peas
2 tablespoons olive oil
24 sea scallops, about 1 1/4 pounds total weight; if too large, cut them in half crosswise
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
3 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/4 teaspoon red hot-pepper flakes
2 tablespoons anise-flavored liqueur, like Ricard or Pernod
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
4 tablespoons finely chopped coriander or parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler or prepare a charcoal grill.
  • Place the peppers under the broiler or on the grill. Cook them on all sides until the skin is well charred. When cool enough to handle, split the peppers in half, core them and discard the charred skin and the seeds. Rinse in cold water. Pat dry with papers towels and cut them into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Remove and discard the ends of the snap peas.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet and add the peas, cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add the scallops, the red peppers, shallots, garlic, thyme, pepper flakes, liqueur, butter, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring and tossing over high heat for 4 minutes or until the scallops are cooked through. Do not overcook. Sprinkle with the coriander.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 332, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1002 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SEA SCALLOPS WITH SWEET PEPPERS AND SNOW PEAS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 sweet red pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 pound snow peas, trimmed and rinsed
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/4 pounds sea scallops, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 tablespoons shallots or scallions, chopped fine
3 tablespoons Ricard or any other anise-flavored liqueur
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons fresh coriander or fresh basil, chopped coarse

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter and 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the red pepper pieces and the snow peas. Cook, stirring and tossing, about 4 minutes. Season with pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
  • When the red peppers and snow peas are nearly cooked, add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Over high heat add the scallops, shallots, liqueur, lemon juice, coriander, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, about 2 minutes. Cook until the scallops are heated through. Do not overcook. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 285, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 576 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SEA SCALLOPS IN SWEET PEPPER SAUCE



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Make and share this Sea Scallops in Sweet Pepper Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs sea scallops
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
3/4 cup finely chopped sweet pepper (red or yellow is pretty)
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons dry white wine
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In lg skillet, melt butter and cook scallops for about 7 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Remove and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, add pepper, onion and garlic.
  • Cook 2 minutes.
  • Add wine, stir 1 minute.
  • Add broth, milk, and parsley.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until sauce thickens, 1-2 minutes.
  • Add scallops and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.5, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 60.5, Sodium 877.4, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 23.2

SCALLOPS WITH RED PEPPER SAUCE



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When scallop season is open here in Nova Scotia, I use scallops fresh from the ocean. This dish is quick and easy yet tastes delicious.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces uncooked linguine
1/4 pound fresh or frozen sea scallops, sliced into thin rounds
1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the scallops, sweet red pepper, garlic, pepper flakes and salt in oil until scallops become firm and opaque. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta. Serve scallop mixture with linguine. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH SWEET CHILLI SAUCE



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Impress your friends with these stylish, healthy canapés

Provided by John Torode

Categories     Canapes

Time 20m

Yield Makes 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

knob of fresh root ginger
handful coriander stems or leaves
2 garlic cloves
4 tbsp vegetable oil , plus extra for cooking
20 scallops
sweet chilli sauce , to serve (recipe below)

Steps:

  • Place the ginger, coriander and garlic in a pestle and mortar, then pound to a paste. Add the oil and mix through. Pour over the scallops and rub in until they are covered with the mixture. Thread each scallop onto a skewer (see Know-how, below). Can be done up to 1 day in advance.
  • To cook, heat a non-stick frying pan until really hot. Place a couple of skewers in the pan and cook for 2 mins, until starting to turn golden. Turn over, drizzle with more oil if needed, then cook for another min. Serve with sweet chilli sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.17 milligram of sodium

SEA SCALLOPS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE



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An appetizing first course from the flavor center of the universe, Louisiana. Courtesy of Chef Robert Krol of Crozier's, featured in The Louisiana New Garde television series.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Peppers

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 red bell peppers
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic, peeled and minced
2 cups whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch pepper
olive oil
8 sea scallops

Steps:

  • Roast the peppers in a 400F oven until very dark; place in a paper bag for 15 minutes.
  • Peel and remove seeds and ribs (don't do this under running water, you want all the flavor).
  • Place in a blender or food processor and whirl until smooth.
  • Place puree and next two ingredients in saucepan and cook for about five minutes.
  • Stir the cream into mixture and cook to reduce (about five minutes).
  • Season to taste and keep warm.
  • Heat olive oil in a frying pan; add the scallops and cook on each side for about two minutes each.
  • Transfer 2 scallops to each plate and garnish with pepper sauce.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final dish. Look for fresh, plump scallops and ripe, colorful peppers.
  • Sear the scallops properly: Searing the scallops gives them a nice golden crust and helps to lock in their flavor. Make sure your pan is hot before adding the scallops and don't overcrowd the pan.
  • Don't overcook the scallops: Scallops are a delicate seafood and can easily be overcooked. Cook them just until they are opaque and slightly firm to the touch.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what brings this dish together. Make sure you use a sauce that is flavorful and complements the scallops.

Conclusion:

This recipe for sea scallops in sweet pepper sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are seared until golden brown and then simmered in a flavorful sauce made with sweet peppers, garlic, and white wine. The result is a dish that is both elegant and delicious. Serve the scallops over rice or pasta with a side of vegetables for a complete meal.

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