Steamed Sea Scallops Over Lemon Grass Nage Recipe

Name: Steamed Sea Scallops Over Lemon Grass Nage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 large sea scallops; 1 quart fish fumet; 3 (3-inch) pieces of lemon grass; 2 leeks, white part only, cut into 1/2-inch slices; 1/2 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds; 1 fennel bulb cut into strips; 1/2 cup Vermouth; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; Rice noodles

Servings: persons

1
Place all the nage ingredients in the bottom of a stainless steel steamer.
2
Bring slowly to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, skimming off any impurities.
3
Season the scallops with salt and pepper and place on the top part of the steamer.
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Cover and steam for 6 minutes.
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They should be slightly firm and medium rare.
6
Divide the rice noodles among 4 serving bowls.
7
Place 3 scallops on top and ladle some broth over and around the scallops.
8
The scallops can also be served as a warm salad over greens with a citrus vinaigrette.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 large sea scallops, 1 quart fish fumet, 3 (3-inch) pieces of lemon grass, 2 leeks, white part only, cut into 1/2-inch slices, and more.

Yes, Steamed Sea Scallops Over Lemon Grass Nage 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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Steamed Sea Scallops Over Lemon Grass Nage

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