Curried Scallops with Cucumber Sauce and Salmon Pea

Name: Curried Scallops with Cucumber Sauce and Salmon Pearls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium cucumber, hot house variety; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/3 cup rice wine vinegar; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; *2 egg yolks; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 cup light sesame oil; 1/4 cup almond oil; 6 dry pack sea scallops, side muscle removed; Salt and pepper; 1/2 cup curry powder; 1 cup flour; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 1/2 bunches watercress, to garnish; 6 scallop shells, to plate; 6 tablespoons salmon caviar; Chive flowers

Servings: persons

1 medium cucumber, hot house variety
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/3 cup rice wine vinegar
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
*2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup light sesame oil
1/4 cup almond oil
6 dry pack sea scallops, side muscle removed
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup curry powder
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 bunches watercress, to garnish
6 scallop shells, to plate
6 tablespoons salmon caviar
Chive flowers

1
With a paring knife, remove the skin from the outside of the cucumber.
2
Coarsely chop the skin.
3
Discard the remaining cucumber or reserve for another use.
4
In a blender, puree the cucumber, parsley, and vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
5
Add the egg yolks and sugar and blend for 30 seconds to combine.
6
With the blender running, add the oils in a slow steady stream to form an emulsion.
7
Season, to taste.
8
Refrigerate until ready to use.
9
Season the scallops with salt and pepper and set aside.
10
Place the curry powder in a small saute pan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly.
11
Cook for 30 seconds or just until you can really smell the curry.
12
Immediately remove from the pan and place in a shallow bowl or plate.
13
Add the flour and mix well.
14
Dredge the scallops in the curry mixture, shaking off any excess.
15
Set aside on a clean plate.
16
Heat a large saute pan over high heat.
17
When the pan is hot, add the peanut oil and heat just to smoking.
18
Add the scallops and saute for 30 seconds.
19
Turn the scallops and add the butter and saute for an additional 30 seconds on the second side.
20
Remove from the pan to a paper towel-lined plate.
21
Place a small pile of watercress on 6 plates.
22
Top the watercress with a scallop shell.
23
Place some sauce in each scallop shell.
24
Top with 1 scallop.
25
Garnish with 1 tablespoon salmon caviar and chive flowers.

460

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium cucumber, hot house variety, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 1/3 cup rice wine vinegar, Salt, and more.

Yes, Curried Scallops with Cucumber Sauce and Salmon Pearls 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.

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Curried Scallops with Cucumber Sauce and Salmon Pearls

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