Thai-Style Sea Scallops Recipe

Name: Thai-Style Sea Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops (about 30 scallops); 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted; Lime wedges (optional)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1 1/2 pounds sea scallops (about 30 scallops)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted
Lime wedges (optional)

1
Combine soy sauce and next 4 ingredients in a heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; add scallops. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
2
Remove scallops from bag, reserving marinade. Slowly stir cornstarch into marinade with a whisk. Add enough water to marinade mixture to measure 2/3 cup.
3
Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 of scallops and cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden. Remove scallops from pan; set aside and keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining oil and scallops.
4
Transfer scallops to serving plates. Wipe pan with a paper towel. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir marinade mixture and pour into pan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat, and simmer 1 minute or until slightly thick, stirring occasionally. Pour mixture over scallops; top with cilantro and sesame seeds. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired.

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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: 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Thai-Style Sea 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.

Thai-Style Sea Scallops

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