Nantucket Bay Scallops in Tequila, Citrus, and Chil

Name: Nantucket Bay Scallops in Tequila, Citrus, and Chile Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 3/4 pounds Nantucket Bay scallops; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 2 teaspoons minced ginger; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 1/2 cup tequila; 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 red bell pepper, minced; 1 serrano pepper, minced; 1/2 cup lime juice; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 6 tablespoons roughly chopped mint; 8 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Scallop shells; Fleur de Sel (sea salt); Seaweed; Lime wedges

Servings: persons

2 3/4 pounds Nantucket Bay scallops
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced ginger
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/2 cup tequila
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 serrano pepper, minced
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 tablespoons roughly chopped mint
8 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Scallop shells
Fleur de Sel (sea salt)
Seaweed
Lime wedges

1
Clean the scallops by removing the tough small muscles on the side, and reserve the scallops in the refrigerator until needed, preferably on ice.
2
Make the marinade by combining all of the ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
3
If you are making this in advance, do not add the green herbs, or they will discolor.
4
Add them when you add the scallops.
5
Marinate the scallops in the refrigerator for approximately 15 minutes before serving.
6
To serve, fill each glass or bowl with ice.
7
Place the shells on top of the ice and fill with the scallops and dressing.
8
Garnish with seaweed and lime wedges.
9
Just before serving sprinkle some sea salt over the scallops.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 3/4 pounds Nantucket Bay scallops, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 2 teaspoons minced ginger, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Nantucket Bay Scallops in Tequila, Citrus, and Chile Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Nantucket Bay Scallops in Tequila, Citrus, and Chile Dressing

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