Pan-fried scallops
This is one of the simplest methods of preparing scallops that lightly caramelises the meat.
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Ingredients
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scallops, in shell |
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oil |
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salt and pepper |
Preparation method
- Open the shells and remove the 'nut' (white meat).
- The coral can be used for making butter, for example, and the beards can be incorporated in a bouillon.
- Rinse the nuts under cold running water for five minutes.
- Pat dry.
- Heat a pan and then rub oil onto it (using paper).
- Roll the nuts in the pan until golden in colour.
- Make sure they are cooked to perfection.
Serving suggestions
- Serve as a component in a composition with cauliflower and almonds,
- As part of a composition with asparagus, butter sauce, and lime.
- As part of a composition with fennel, orange, and rosemary.