Scallops & Sweet Chilli

Scallops & Sweet Chilli
  • Author: donna1972

These succulent scallops are infused with a flavorful marinade of garlic, ginger juice, sweet chilli sauce, and fresh coriander, creating a delightful harmony of tastes. Pan-seared to golden perfection, these tender scallops are served atop a bed of fresh rocket leaves, making for an elegant and delicious dish that highlights the natural sweetness of the seafood.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 6 fresh scallops, roe on or off depending on personal preference
  • 1 clove of garlic, crushed
  • 1 small bit of ginger, peeled and grated, put grated ginger into a jay cloth or muslin and squeeze out all the juice
  • 1tbsp of olive oil
  • 2 tsp of sweet chilli sauce
  • 2 tsp of fresh coriander, finely chopped
  • Fresh rocket leaves to serve
  • If you wish you can add the rest of the marinade to warm for drizzling over the scallops when serving.

Instructions

  • Mix together the garlic, ginger juice, sweet chilli sauce and coriander with the olive oil.
  • Add the scallops to the sauce and leave to marinade for about 1/2 hour.
  • Heat a large frying pan until hot, cook the scallops for about 2-3 mins each side depending on size of scallops. Don't be tempted to over cook as they will go all tough.
  • Lift out scallops and place onto the rocket salad and drizzle the remainder to the sauce over.

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Yield

Serves 2