Scallop Tataki Recipe

Name: Scallop Tataki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 6 very fresh large scallops; 4 tablespoons sesame seeds, black and/or white; 2 teaspoons wasabi paste; 1 tablespoon lime zest; 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 tablespoon sugar; sunflower or vegetable oil; Sushi ginger; Good quality mayonnaise

Servings: persons

6 very fresh large scallops
4 tablespoons sesame seeds, black and/or white
2 teaspoons wasabi paste
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon sugar
sunflower or vegetable oil
Sushi ginger
Good quality mayonnaise

1
Roll each scallop in the sesame seeds until coated.
2
Wrap each scallop tightly in clingfilm and chill in the fridge for 45 minutes.
3
Spray a frying pan with a little oil and put it on a high heat.
4
Pan fry each whole scallop for exactly 30 seconds, turning constantly with a tongs so it is lightly seared on all sides but still basically raw inside (this is why they need to be very fresh).
5
Put the scallops on a plate and put in the freezer for 15 minutes (don't leave them in longer or they will freeze, this is just to stop them cooking further)
6
Meanwhile, mix the wasabi and mayonnaise together in a bowl.
7
Mix the lime zest and chive together in a bowl.
8
Mix the soya sauce, lime juice, sugar and sesame oil together in a saucepan and heat gently on a low heat to combine.
9
Remove the scallops from the freezer and slice each scallop so you are left with 4-6 thin circular slices.
10
Divide the scallop slices between four plates, fanning them out.
11
Sprinkle the scallop slices with the mixed chive and lime zest, and serve with some sushi ginger and a dollop of the wasabi mayonnaise.

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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: 6 very fresh large scallops, 4 tablespoons sesame seeds, black and/or white, 2 teaspoons wasabi paste, 1 tablespoon lime zest, and more.

Yes, Scallop Tataki 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 Tataki

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