Seared Scallops With Greek Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Seared Scallops With Greek Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sea scallops large fresh, washed and patted dry; 2 red bell peppers; 1/4 cup EVOO; 3 cloves garlic minced; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons greek yogurt strained; 3 scallions chopped, or green onions this part of the country; sea salt; oregano; 1 unsalted butter for searing

Servings: persons

1 pound sea scallops large fresh, washed and patted dry
2 red bell peppers
1/4 cup EVOO
3 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons greek yogurt strained
3 scallions chopped, or green onions this part of the country
sea salt
oregano
1 unsalted butter for searing

1
Preheat oven on broil at 500 degrees. Wash, core and cut in half red bell peppers and place on a baking pan. Broil about 10 - 15 minutes until soft and roasted. Place in a zip lock bag or bowl covered in saran wrap and allow them to sweat for about 20 minutes. This will make them easier to handle and to peel away the skins. After outer skin is peeled away, chop, place in food processor or small electric food chopper and puree.
2
Place a small skillet on stove over medium heat and add olive oil, chopped scallions, garlic, and red pepper puree. Slowly bring to a bubble while mixing. Add red pepper flakes, cooking for about an additional 5 minutes. Take off heat and add Greek yogurt. Keep warm.
3
Coat the bottom of a non-stick pan with a thin layer of oil and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter. Heat on medium to medium-high heat until butter is melted and is no longer foaming.
4
Add scallops to pan. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt and oregano on each scallop. Sear scallops on each side for about 4 - 6 minutes until golden brown. You will only need to turn scallops once. Remove to paper towel lined plate.
5
Serve scallops on top of a small spoonful of roasted red pepper sauce. Leftover roasted red pepper sauce is also tasty spread on pita chips.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound sea scallops large fresh, washed and patted dry, 2 red bell peppers, 1/4 cup EVOO, 3 cloves garlic minced, and more.

Yes, Seared Scallops With Greek Roasted Red Pepper Sauce 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.

Seared Scallops With Greek Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

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