Soco Orange Scallops

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   1. wash scallops, pat dry with paper towel.

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   2. season both sides with salt, white pepper, garlic powder and chili powder.

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   3. heat butter in pan until it's smoking hot.

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   4. place seasoned scallops (wide side down) in a single layer. no sliding, no moving... no, don't you dare touch those scallops once they're down!

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   5. gently turn them over with thongs after 1 1/2 minutes, and sear for another minute.

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   6. plate the scallops.

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   7. now add the sliced mushrooms to the pan. stir fry on medium heat for 2 minutes, seasoning with a little salt and pepper.

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   8. scoop out the mushrooms and place them over the scallops.

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   9. turn up the heat to high, add the shot of southern comfort and orange juice to the pan. boil for 5 minutes until the soco orange is reduced to a syrup.

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    10. pour the SoCo orange reduction over the scallops and mushrooms.

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    11. garnish with the chopped spring onions and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.