Bacon-Wrapped Scallops with Jalapeno-Papaya Sauce Recipe

Name: Bacon-Wrapped Scallops with Jalapeno-Papaya Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus 2 tablespoons; 8 slices bacon; 1 1/4 pounds sea scallops; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 ripe papaya, peeled, seeded and diced; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup prepared quinoa

Servings: persons

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus 2 tablespoons
8 slices bacon
1 1/4 pounds sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ripe papaya, peeled, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup prepared quinoa

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
2
Prepare one cup of quinoa according to package directions.
3
When cooked, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
4
Cover and set aside.
5
Halve bacon slices crosswise and wrap slices around 1 pound of the sea scallops.
6
Secure with wooden picks, if necessary.
7
Heat oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium heat.
8
Add all the scallops and cook 1 to 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
9
Place skillet in oven and bake 5 minutes, until scallops are cooked through (opaque).
10
While scallops are cooking, prepare papaya sauce.
11
In a small bowl, combine diced papaya, 2 tablespoons cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno, and cumin.
12
Season with salt and black pepper.
13
Remove 2 cooked scallops from the pan and reserve in refrigerator for another recipe Serve remaining scallops with quinoa and papaya sauce.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus 2 tablespoons, 8 slices bacon, 1 1/4 pounds sea scallops, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Bacon-Wrapped Scallops with Jalapeno-Papaya Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bacon-Wrapped Scallops with Jalapeno-Papaya Sauce

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