Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsZambraSesame Crusted Scallops Recipe

Sesame Crusted Scallops Recipe

Inspired by Zambra
Time30m
Serves4

grapefruit, avocado, fennel

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Scallops

    Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Crust the Scallops

    Place sesame seeds in a shallow dish. Press each scallop into the sesame seeds to coat one side thoroughly.

  3. 3

    Cook the Scallops

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the scallops, sesame side down. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Salad

    While the scallops are cooking, segment the grapefruit and chop the avocado and fennel. Combine them in a bowl, and add a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Arrange the salad on plates and place the sesame-crusted scallops on top. Serve immediately.

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