Spicy Orange-Glazed Scallops Recipe

Name: Spicy Orange-Glazed Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely diced shallots; 1 large or 2 medium oranges, zested; Olive oil; 3/4 cup orange juice; 1 3/4 cups chicken broth; 2/3 cup dry white wine; 2 habanero peppers, cut into quarters, stems and veins removed; 1/4 cup orange liqueur (recommended: Grand Marnier); 9 large sea scallops rinsed and dried; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Chopped chives and orange slices, for garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cup finely diced shallots
1 large or 2 medium oranges, zested
Olive oil
3/4 cup orange juice
1 3/4 cups chicken broth
2/3 cup dry white wine
2 habanero peppers, cut into quarters, stems and veins removed
1/4 cup orange liqueur (recommended: Grand Marnier)
9 large sea scallops rinsed and dried
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chopped chives and orange slices, for garnish

1
Cook shallots and zest in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat until they begin to brown.
2
Add orange juice, broth, wine and habanero slices.
3
Cook over high heat to reduce.
4
Taste often and remove and discard habaneros when desired heat is achieved.
5
When habaneros are removed, add the liqueur.
6
Brush scallops with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
7
Sear scallops on a grill pan to a slightly under-cooked state, about 3 1/2 minutes per side but watch them closely.
8
Remove from grill pan and add scallops to the thickened orange glaze, tossing to coat well until scallops are cooked to desired doneness.
9
Smear a clean plate with orange glaze top with 3 scallops.
10
Drizzle scallops with more glaze and garnish with chives and orange slice.
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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup finely diced shallots, 1 large or 2 medium oranges, zested, Olive oil, 3/4 cup orange juice, and more.

Yes, Spicy Orange-Glazed Scallops 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.

Spicy Orange-Glazed Scallops

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