Scallop-Papaya Seviche Recipe

Name: Scallop-Papaya Seviche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large or 2 small papayas; 1/2 cup papaya juice; 1/2 cup guava juice; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 vanilla bean, split in half; 1 pound bay or sea scallops; 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced; 1/2 cup finely diced red onion; 1 tablespoon white truffle oil, optional; Garnish: fresh mint

Servings: persons

1 large or 2 small papayas
1/2 cup papaya juice
1/2 cup guava juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 vanilla bean, split in half
1 pound bay or sea scallops
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1 tablespoon white truffle oil, optional
Garnish: fresh mint

1
Halve papaya; scoop out seeds, reserving 2 tablespoons. Peel and dice papaya; set aside.
2
Place reserved papaya seeds, papaya juice, and next 7 ingredients in a blender. Blend for 1 minute. With blender running, slowly add olive oil; blend for 30 seconds. Scoop out vanilla bean seeds, and add to mixture; stir. Add vanilla bean.
3
Place scallops in a large stainless steel or glass bowl; stir in reserved papaya, jalapeno, onion, and, if desired, truffle oil. Add blended mixture, stirring well.
4
Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Remove vanilla bean before serving. Spoon into individual glasses; garnish, if desired.
5
Note: If using large sea scallops, cut in half. Papaya and guava juices are available in ethnic markets or on the international aisle at many grocery stores.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large or 2 small papayas, 1/2 cup papaya juice, 1/2 cup guava juice, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Scallop-Papaya Seviche 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.

Scallop-Papaya Seviche

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