Seared Sea Scallops Recipe
citrus quinoa, orange carrot puree, crushed candied walnuts
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Ingredients
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Scallops
Citrus Quinoa
Orange Carrot Puree
Crushed Candied Walnuts
Method
Preparing the Citrus Quinoa
- 1
Cook the Quinoa
Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and stir in orange zest, lemon juice, and parsley.
Making the Orange Carrot Puree
- 2
Cook the Carrots
In a pot, boil chopped carrots until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a blender. Add fresh orange juice, butter, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Crushing the Candied Walnuts
- 3
Candy the Walnuts
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped walnuts and brown sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, until walnuts are toasted and sugar is caramelized, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool before crushing.
Cooking the Scallops
- 4
