Sauteed Pork Scallops with Scallions and Capers

1. 1

   Wash the scallions in two or three changes of cold water.

2. 2

   Slice them crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces.

3. 3

   Using a meat pounder, lightly pound the pork scallops to a 1/4-inch thickness.

4. 4

   Put the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet and turn the heat to high.

5. 5

   When the oil is hot, lightly flour the pork scallops and add them to the pan.

6. 6

   Brown them well on both sides, then transfer to a warm plate.

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   Reduce the heat to moderately low and add the scallions to the skillet.

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   Season with salt and pepper, cover and cook, stirring from time to time, until the scallions are very, very soft about 20 minutes.

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   Stir in the capers and the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter.

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    Return the meat to the pan and season with salt and pepper.

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    Cook over moderate heat just until the meat is warmed through, turning it over once or twice.

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    Turn the contents of the skillet out onto a warm serving platter and bring to the table at once.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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