Grilled Fresh All-Natural New England Sea Scallops Recipe

Prepare the Scallops

Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps them sear better.

Season the Scallops

Drizzle the scallops with olive oil, then season with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Grill the Scallops

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the scallops on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and have nice grill marks. Remove from heat and keep warm.

Cook the Bacon

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood smoked bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.

Sauté the Vegetables

In the same skillet, add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Add Corn and Season

Stir in the corn, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Crumble the cooked bacon and add it back into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.

Combine Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, honey, minced chipotle in adobo, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt. Mix well until smooth.

Taste and Adjust

Taste the aioli and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or chipotle if desired. Set aside.