Glazed Scallops With Almonds Recipe

Name: Glazed Scallops With Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup pomegranate juice; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely minced; ½ cup slivered almonds, plus 2 Tbsp; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 12 lbs large scallops; salt & freshly ground black pepper; steamed green beans (optional)

Servings: persons

1
In a small bowl, whisk togethr pomegranate juice, sugar, lime juice, cornstarch and rosemary.
2
Set aside.
3
Place almonds in a medium dry saucepan and set pan over medium heat.
4
Cook for 3-5 minutes until almonds are golden brown, shaking pan frequently to prevent burning.
5
Reserve 2 tablespoons of the almonds for garnish.
6
Add pomegranate mixture to the remaining almonds and bring to a simmer.
7
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-12 minutes until sauce thickens and reduces to 1/2 -1/3 cup .
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Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
9
Season both sides of scallops with salt and black pepper and add to hot pan.
10
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown on the outside and opaque/cooked through on the inside.
11
Spoon sauce on a plate and arrange scallops on top.
12
Garnish with reserved almonds and serve with steamed green beans, if desired.

178

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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

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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup pomegranate juice, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Glazed Scallops With Almonds 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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Glazed Scallops With Almonds

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