Southern Scallops With Sweet Tea Chili Sauce Recipe

Name: Southern Scallops With Sweet Tea Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon pepper; 18 large sea scallops (about 1.5 pounds); 2 tablespoons sour cream; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; ½ cup sugar; ½ cup rice vinegar; ¾ teaspoon dry crushed red pepper; ½ teaspoon liquid iced tea concentrate; 2 tablespoons plum sauce; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Servings: persons

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon pepper
18 large sea scallops (about 1.5 pounds)
2 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
½ cup sugar
½ cup rice vinegar
¾ teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
½ teaspoon liquid iced tea concentrate
2 tablespoons plum sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon cornstarch

1
Prepare Sweet Tea Chili Sauce.
2
Cool completely.
3
Combine 2 T. oil, juices,and pepper in a large zip-top freezer bag.
4
Add scallops.
5
Seal, marinate 15 minutes.
6
Drain.
7
Discard marinate.
8
Pat scallops dry.
9
Heat 1 T. oil over high.
10
Sear half of scallops, 2 minutes on each side or until browned.
11
Remove to plate.
12
Repeat with another tablespoon of oil and rest of scallops.
13
Drizzle 3 T. Tea Sauce over each serving.
14
Put 2 teaspoons sour cream on each and sprinkle with chives.
15
Sweet Tea Chili Sauce: Combine everything with a whisk.
16
Microwave on high for 5 minutes, whisking after each minute.

266

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, divided, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Southern Scallops With Sweet Tea Chili 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southern Scallops With Sweet Tea Chili Sauce

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