Sauté Dry Sea Scallops With Bacon And Shallot Vinaigrette Recipe
Indulge in perfectly sautéed dry sea scallops, complemented by crispy bacon and a zesty shallot vinaigrette that enhances their natural sweetness.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
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Sauté the Shallots
In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the diced shallots. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they are soft and translucent.
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Prepare the Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir in the sautéed shallots and crumbled bacon.
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Sear the Scallops
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper. In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed and increase the heat to medium-high. Sear the scallops for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and opaque in the center.
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Plate and Serve
Arrange the seared scallops on a plate, drizzle with the bacon and shallot vinaigrette, and garnish with fresh parsley.
