Caramelized Diver Scallops Recipe

Name: Caramelized Diver Scallops Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil divided; 1 c. Fresh corn kernels; 1/3 c. Finely-minced onions; 1 tsp Chopped garlic; 1/4 c. Small-diced red peppers; 1 head Frisee; 2 Tbsp. Minced parsley; 1/4 c. Water; 12 x Diver scallops removed from shell (use very large scallops if divers are not available) Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 1 c. Sugar (in a pie tin); 1 c. Pureed truffle cream of corn warm (cook 1 c. of fresh corn down with cream, salt and pepper, puree and finish with truffle oil); 1 x Black truffle shaved; 3 x Chives, long; 2 Tbsp. Minced chives see * Note

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil divided
1 c. Fresh corn kernels
1/3 c. Finely-minced onions
1 tsp Chopped garlic
1/4 c. Small-diced red peppers
1 head Frisee
2 Tbsp. Minced parsley
1/4 c. Water
12 x Diver scallops removed from shell (use very large scallops if divers are not available) Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
1 c. Sugar (in a pie tin)
1 c. Pureed truffle cream of corn warm (cook 1 c. of fresh corn down with cream, salt and pepper, puree and finish with truffle oil)
1 x Black truffle shaved
3 x Chives, long
2 Tbsp. Minced chives see * Note

1
In a saute/fry pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil.
2
When the oil is warm, saute/fry the corn, onions, garlic, and peppers for 3 min.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Add in the frisee, parsley and water.
5
Cook to wilt the frisee, about 2 min.
6
Remove from the heat.
7
Season the scallops with salt and pepper.
8
Dredge the scallops in the sugar.
9
In a saute/fry pan, heat the remaining 1 Tbsp.
10
of extra virgin olive oil.
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When the pan is smoking warm, caramelize the scallops for 2 to 3 min on each side.
12
Remove from the heat.
13
Spoon the sauce on the bottom of the plate.
14
Mound the salad in the center of the sauce.
15
Arrange the scallops around the salad.
16
Garnish with shaved truffle, long chives, minced chives and Emeril's Essence.
17
This recipe yields 4 appetizer servings.

667

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil divided, 1 c. Fresh corn kernels, 1/3 c. Finely-minced onions, 1 tsp Chopped garlic, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Diver Scallops Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!