Pancetta Wrapped Scallops With Ginger Citrus Butter

Name: Pancetta Wrapped Scallops With Ginger Citrus Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh orange juice; ½ cup white wine; ⅓ cup fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar; 2 medium shallots, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced; ½ cup butter, cut into 6 pieces; salt and pepper; 8 thin slices pancetta; 16 large diver scallops (about 1 lb.); 3 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

1
Make the Sauce: Bring orange juice, wine, lime juice, vinegar, shallots, and ginger to a boil in a large nonreactive skillet.
2
Cook until reduced to about 1/2 cup.
3
Reduce heat to low and whixk in butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce is creamy.
4
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
5
Keep sauce warm.
6
Be carefull not to keep to hot in order to avoid separation.
7
Make Scallops: Separate pancetta slices and cut each in half.
8
Wrap each scallop with a slice of pancetta; it should go around the scallop almost twice.
9
Secure with a toothpick.
10
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
11
Brown scallops in batches if necessary.
12
About 3 minutes per side.
13
Be careful not to overcook them.
14
Add more oil to pan as needed for subsequent batches.
15
Transfer scallops to a platter as they are done.
16
Season lightly with salt and pepper.
17
Drizzle sauce over scallops before serving.

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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.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup fresh orange juice, ½ cup white wine, ⅓ cup fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Pancetta Wrapped Scallops With Ginger Citrus Butter 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!