**Savor the Exquisite Flavors of Toshi's Noodles with Seared Sea Scallops and Discover a World of Culinary Delights**
Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with Toshi's Noodles with Seared Sea Scallops, a dish that harmoniously blends the delicate sweetness of scallops with the savory umami of noodles, vegetables, and a tantalizing sauce. This recipe elevates the ordinary into the extraordinary, showcasing the art of balancing flavors and textures to create a symphony of tastes. Toshi's Noodles with Seared Sea Scallops takes center stage, complemented by an array of delectable accompaniments: a refreshing cucumber salad, a zesty lemon-herb sauce, and the delightful crunch of panko-fried shallots. Each element adds a unique dimension to the overall experience, making this dish a true masterpiece of culinary artistry.
STEAMED SCALLOPS WITH GLASS NOODLES
Steamed scallops with glass noodles was one of my favorite dishes when we lived in Beijing. Fresh steamed sea scallops were served with a salty-sweet soy sauce, and caramelized minced garlic over glass noodles on the half shell.
Provided by Bill
Categories Fish and Seafood
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil a small pot of water and remove from heat. Immediately add the dry vermicelli noodles and let cook, stirring for 30 seconds. Rinse with cold water and transfer to a colander to drain. Set aside. This step is needed to hydrate and soften the noodles, but be careful not to overcook them!
- Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and oil, and stir until just starting to sizzle. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
- If using a single shallow serving plate, spread the cooked mung bean noodles evenly. If using small dim sum style plates or scallop shells, distribute the noodles evenly (one shell/plate per scallop). Be sure that the dishes you use have enough rim to contain the sauce.
- Place the scallops on top of the mung bean vermicelli, and spoon a small amount of garlic on top of each scallop. Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, the sugar, 1/3 cup water to the remaining garlic and oil in your pot and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
- Heat water in your steamer or pot/wok set up with a steamer rack until boiling and turn off the heat. Carefully place the shells/plate(s) of scallops into the steamer and cover tightly. Turn the heat back up to a boil. Steam the scallops for 2 minutes if using medium or large sized scallops and 4 minutes for jumbo scallops like we used in this post.
- Immediately remove the scallops from the steamer and pour off some of the liquid if there is too much to safely transfer them. Wet scallops will release more liquid than dry scallops.
- Reheat the sauce if needed and distribute it evenly over each scallop until all the sauce is gone. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 949 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SEARED SCALLOP PASTA WITH BURST TOMATOES AND HERBS
Although usually designated as a "something special" ingredient, scallops make a perfect weeknight dinner because they cook in minutes. To get a good, crisp sear, be patient (it's hard for us, too) and let the pan get quite hot before adding the scallops. Once you do, leave them alone to ensure a deeply golden crust. Toss them with pasta and candy-colored cherry tomatoes that burst and get coaxed into a jammy sauce. Finish with a showering of fresh, tender herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.
Provided by Colu Henry
Categories dinner, for two, quick, weekday, weeknight, pastas, seafood, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water (2 heaping tablespoons kosher salt to about 7 quarts water) to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta cooking water, then drain pasta.
- Wipe out the pot and heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium. Add the shallots and cook until they begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to burst, 5 to 7 minutes. Add about 1/3 cup reserved pasta water, and press the tomatoes gently with the back of a spatula or wooden spoon to get them nice and jammy. Stir in the garlic and red-pepper flakes, if using, and cook, allowing the sauce to simmer, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Season the scallops well on both sides with salt and pepper. In a 12-inch skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over high. When the oil shimmers, add the scallops, working in batches to avoid crowding the pan, and cook until golden brown and crisp, flipping once, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
- Add the pasta, 1 1/2 cups herbs and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water to the pot with the tomatoes and toss to coat, adding additional pasta water if needed. Divide the pasta among shallow bowls and top with scallops. Garnish with additional herbs and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 453, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 679 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SEARED SCALLOPS SUSHI
Steps:
- Heat a saute pan over high heat. Add enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan. Add the sea scallops and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 30 seconds to 1 minute per side. Be careful not to overcook! Remove from the heat and slice the scallops in half horizontally.
- With moist hands, pick up a golf ball-sized ball of rice. Gently squeeze the rice in your right hand to form a rectangular block with rounded edges and sides. Apply some pressure to the rice while forming it into a sturdy base for the scallops. Top each formed piece of rice with a small bit of wasabi and top it off with half of a scallop. Garnish each piece with a few daikon sprouts and serve.
- Rinse the rice in cold water while stirring briskly to remove any dirt. Drain the rice completely. Place the rice and the 6 cups of water in a medium sized saucepan and cover it with a tight fitting lid. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat. Allow the water to boil for 3 minutes and then reduce the heat to low and continue cooking 15 minutes without removing the lid. Remove the rice from the heat and remove the lid (the water should no longer be visible). Turn the rice out evenly on a well-greased cookie sheet using a spatula or rice paddle. Sprinkle the rice with the vinegar, sugar, and salt while mixing with a spatula or rice paddle until the rice reaches body temperature. Keep the rice covered with damp paper towels or napkin until the rice is ready to use.
MING'S SEARED SCALLOPS WITH SPICY THAI RICE NOODLE SOUP
Steps:
- Coat a saute pan with canola oil and saute galangal, onion, chiles, lemon grass and kaffir until soft about 5 minutes. Add shiitakes and cook 3 minutes. Season and deglaze with fish sauce. Let reduce by 50 percent then add chicken stock. Simmer and reduce by 20 percent. Add juice and check for seasoning. Add noodles, basil and scallions to heat. Meanwhile, preheat skillet and coat with oil. Season scallops with salt and chile powder. Pan sear both sides brown, about 3 minutes a side.
- PLATING Ladle broth (lemon grass, kaffir and all) and top with 3 scallops. Garnish
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. If possible, try to use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
- Don't Overcook the Scallops: Scallops are a delicate seafood, so it's important not to overcook them. Cook them for just a few minutes per side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
- Use a Good Quality Olive Oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in this dish, so make sure you use a good quality oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice.
- Add Some Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or thyme, can really brighten up this dish. Add them at the end of cooking for the best flavor.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Toshi's Noodles with Seared Sea Scallops is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of the savory scallops, the tender noodles, and the flavorful sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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