Seared Sea Scallops over Baby Spinach

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   Heat oven to 200.

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   Heat 1 T.

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   of the vegetable oil and 1 tsp.

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   of the sesame oil in a heavy skillet over high heat.

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   Add garlic and ginger; cook, stirring, until garlic softens, about 1 minute.

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   Add spinach, cook until leaves soften and heat through, about 2 minutes.

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   Add soy sauce and sesame seeds and pepper; toss to combine.

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   Cover skillet and place in oven to keep warm while scallops cook.

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   Heat remaining 1 T.

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    vegetable oil and 1 tsp.

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    sesame oil over medium-high heat in a grill pan or heavy skillet.

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    Sear scallops until dark golden, about 2 minutes per side.

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    Serve scallops over the spinach.

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    *to toast sesame seeds, place them in a dry skillet over low heat, shaking often to prevent burning, until fragrant and barely colored, about 3 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.