Day Boat Scallops Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare Potato Cakes

   Boil Idaho® potatoes until tender. Drain and mash. Let cool slightly, then form into patties and season with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Sear Scallops

   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Sear scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.

3. 3

   Sauté Shiitake Mushrooms

   In the same skillet, add a tablespoon of butter and sauté shiitake mushrooms until golden brown. Add shallots and cook until translucent. Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.

4. 4

   Make Truffled Citrus Beurre Blanc

   In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter. Add lemon and orange juice, whisk together, and simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in truffle oil.

5. 5

   Pan-Fry Potato Cakes

   In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil and cook the potato cakes until golden brown on both sides.

6. 6

   Serve

   Plate the potato cakes, top with sautéed mushrooms and tomatoes, and place the scallops on top. Drizzle with truffled citrus beurre blanc.