Grilled Isle Of Orkney Scallop, Lettuce, Peas And Smoked Bacon ‘à La Francaise’ Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Start by cleaning the scallops, removing the side muscle if necessary. Rinse the lettuce and peas (if using fresh), and chop the bacon into small pieces.

2. 2

   Cook the Bacon

   In a pan, add the smoked bacon and cook over medium heat until crispy. Once done, remove and drain on paper towels.

3. 3

   Sauté the Peas

   In the same pan, add 20g of butter and toss in the peas. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice, then set aside.

4. 4

   Grill the Scallops

   Heat the remaining butter and a drizzle of olive oil in a grill pan over high heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, then grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden and cooked through.

5. 5

   Assemble the Dish

   On each plate, lay down a bed of lettuce, spoon over the sautéed peas, and place the grilled scallops on top. Sprinkle with crispy bacon and finely chopped chives.

6. 6

   Serve

   Drizzle a little more olive oil over the top if desired and serve immediately.