Canadian Living'S Lime-Buttered Scallops In Phyllo Recipe

Name: Canadian Living'S Lime-Buttered Scallops In Phyllo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh scallops; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine (butter will give best taste); 3 kaffir lime leaves (optional); 2 tablespoons gin; 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind; 1 tablespoon freshly-squeezed lime juice; PHYLLO BASKETS; 3 sheets phyllo pastry; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 lb fresh scallops
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine (butter will give best taste)
3 kaffir lime leaves (optional)
2 tablespoons gin
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
1 tablespoon freshly-squeezed lime juice
PHYLLO BASKETS
3 sheets phyllo pastry
2 tablespoons butter, melted

1
Preheat oven to 400F degrees.
2
First, make Phyllo Baskets: Lightly brush each phyllo sheet with butter.
3
Stack and cut into 4 rectangles.
4
Press each rectangle gently into 4 large muffin cups, leaving empty cup between each to allow for overhang.
5
Bake in preheated oven for about 5 minutes or until golden; transfer to rack and let cool.
6
Cut scallops in half crosswise if they are large; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
7
In large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and cook scallops and lime leaves (if using), stirring gently, for about 5 minutes or until scallops are firm but still slightly opaque.
8
With slotted spoon, transfer to plate and set aside.
9
Add gin, lime rind and juice to skillet and bring to a simmer.
10
Return scallops to skillet, turning gently to coat; heat through.
11
Remove lime leaves and discard.
12
Spoon scallops and liquid into phyllo baskets and serve immediately.

124

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 lb fresh scallops, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine (butter will give best taste), and more.

Yes, Canadian Living'S Lime-Buttered Scallops In Phyllo 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.

Canadian Living'S Lime-Buttered Scallops In Phyllo

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