Seared Scallops Recipe
Garlic-Chili Crisp, Corn Purée
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Ingredients
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Scallops
Garlic-Chili Crisp
Corn Purée
Method
Prepare Garlic-Chili Crisp
- 1
Make the Crisp
In a small saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, and sauté until garlic is golden brown. Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions. Set aside.
Prepare Corn Purée
- 2
Cook the Corn
In a medium pot, combine corn kernels, heavy cream, butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the corn is tender, about 10 minutes. Use an immersion blender to purée until smooth. If too thick, add a little water to reach desired consistency.
Sear the Scallops
- 3
Sear Scallops
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over high heat. Add scallops in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.