Pan Seared Scallops Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare Corn Pudding

   In a saucepan, combine corn kernels, milk, and cornmeal. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. Stir in butter and season with salt. Pour into a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes or until golden on top.

2. 2

   Make Red Bell Pepper Agro-Dolce

   Dice the red bell pepper. In a skillet, combine diced red bell pepper, sugar, and red wine vinegar. Cook over medium heat until the pepper softens and the mixture thickens. Set aside.

3. 3

   Fry Pork Speck

   In a separate pan, fry the pork speck until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   Prepare Pangrattato

   In the same pan, add olive oil and bread crumbs, cooking until golden brown and crispy. Season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Sear Scallops

   Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

6. 6

   Assembly

   On a plate, place a scoop of corn pudding, top with seared scallops, drizzle with red bell pepper agro-dolce, add crispy pork speck, and garnish with local frisée and pangrattato.