Chorizo Crusted Scallops Recipe

Name: Chorizo Crusted Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces finely chopped chorizo sausage; 1/2 to 1 cup bread crumbs; 16 large sea scallops; Essence, recipe follows; 1/2 cup flour; 1 egg, slightly beaten with 3 tablespoons milk; Olive oil for pan-frying; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

8 ounces finely chopped chorizo sausage
1/2 to 1 cup bread crumbs
16 large sea scallops
Essence, recipe follows
1/2 cup flour
1 egg, slightly beaten with 3 tablespoons milk
Olive oil for pan-frying
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

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["In a hot saute pan, render the chorizo for 2 to 3 minutes.", "Remove from the heat.", "In a food processor, pulse the chorizo with the bread crumbs until the mixture binds together.", "Season with Essence.", "Season the scallops with Essence.", "Dredge the scallops in the flour.", "Dip the scallops in the egg wash, removing any excess.", "Dredge the scallops in the chorizo crust.", "In a saute pan, heat the olive oil.", "When the oil is hot, pan-fry the scallops for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden.", "Drain on a paper-lined plate.", "Season with Essence.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces finely chopped chorizo sausage, 1/2 to 1 cup bread crumbs, 16 large sea scallops, Essence, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, Chorizo Crusted Scallops 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.

Chorizo Crusted Scallops

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