Sesame Scallops With Citrus Sauce Recipe

Name: Sesame Scallops With Citrus Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon water; 1 pound large sea scallops; 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/3 cup mirin (sweet rice wine); 1/4 teaspoon grated orange rind; 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon water
1 pound large sea scallops
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/3 cup mirin (sweet rice wine)
1/4 teaspoon grated orange rind
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

1
Combine cornstarch and 1 teaspoon water; set aside.
2
Pat scallops dry with paper towels. Sprinkle scallops evenly with 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
3
Heat peanut oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until done. Transfer scallops to a platter. Add garlic to pan; saute 30 seconds. Add remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper, mirin, and next 6 ingredients (through sesame oil). Stir in cornstarch mixture; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute or until sauce thickens, stirring constantly. Pour sauce over scallops; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon water, 1 pound large sea scallops, 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Sesame Scallops With Citrus 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.

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