Jul 14 2026
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Diver Scallops Recipe

Inspired by Stock Market Dueling Kitchens
Time1h
Serves4

Parmesan Peppercorn Risotto | Skillet Corn | Bacon Jam | Lemon Butter

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Ingredients

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Diver Scallops

Parmesan Peppercorn Risotto

Skillet Corn

Bacon Jam

Lemon Butter

Method

Diver Scallops

  1. 1

    Prepare the Scallops

    Pat the diver scallops dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Sear the Scallops

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the scallops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  3. 3

    Finish with Butter

    Add butter to the skillet and melt. Spoon the melted butter over the scallops before serving.

Parmesan Peppercorn Risotto

  1. 4

    Prepare the Broth

    In a saucepan, heat the chicken or vegetable broth until simmering. Keep it warm over low heat.

  2. 5

    Cook the Aromatics

    In a separate large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 6

    Toast the Rice

    Add Arborio rice to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until the rice is slightly translucent.

  4. 7

    Add Broth Gradually

    Pour in 1 cup of warm broth, stirring constantly until the liquid is absorbed. Repeat this process, adding broth one cup at a time until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.

  5. 8

    Finish the Risotto

    Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and crushed black peppercorns. Add butter for creaminess. Adjust salt to taste.

Skillet Corn

  1. 9

    Prepare the Corn

    In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add fresh corn kernels and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.

  2. 10

    Season the Corn

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.

Bacon Jam

  1. 11

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  2. 12

    Sauté the Onions

    In the bacon fat, add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 13

    Make the Jam

    Add brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper. Stir and simmer until thickened, about 15-20 minutes. Stir in the crispy bacon.

Lemon Butter

  1. 14

    Prepare the Lemon Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt the stick of butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in lemon juice and lemon zest.

  2. 15

    Season

    Add salt to taste and keep warm until ready to serve.

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