Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsWalker's Drive InPan Roasted 'u-8 Dry Packed' Sea Scallops [domestic] Recipe

Pan Roasted 'u-8 Dry Packed' Sea Scallops [domestic] Recipe

Inspired by Walker's Drive In
Time1h
Serves4

Shrimp & feta risotto, vanilla onion-cucumber-basil salad, parmesan broth

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Ingredients

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Sea Scallops

Vanilla Onion-Cucumber-Basil Salad

Method

Sea Scallops

  1. 1

    Sear the Scallops

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the scallops with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Scallops

    Once the oil is hot, add the scallops to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Shrimp & Feta Risotto

  1. 3

    Prepare the Base

    In a saucepan, heat the chicken broth and keep it warm on low heat.

  2. 4

    Sauté Shallots and Garlic

    In another large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  3. 5

    Cook the Rice

    Add Arborio rice to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted. Pour in white wine and cook until absorbed.

  4. 6

    Add Broth Gradually

    Begin adding warm chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed. Repeat until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.

  5. 7

    Add Shrimp and Feta

    Stir in the shrimp during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Once the shrimp is opaque, add crumbled feta and parsley. Mix until combined.

Vanilla Onion-Cucumber-Basil Salad

  1. 8

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped basil.

  2. 9

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together vanilla extract, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 10

    Dress the Salad

    Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to combine.

Parmesan Broth

  1. 11

    Prepare the Broth

    In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, and fresh thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.

  2. 12

    Strain the Broth

    Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve to remove solids and keep warm until serving.

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