Scallops with Thai Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Scallops with Thai Sauce
30 min.
5
440kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a quick, dairy-free, and flavor-packed meal that's sure to impress? Look no further than this Scallops with Thai Sauce recipe! In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a delectable lunch or dinner that's perfect as a main course or main dish. Each serving comes in at a reasonable 440 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

This recipe stars succulent sea scallops, paired with a homemade Thai sauce that's bursting with aromatic flavors. The sauce combines the richness of peanut butter with the heat of Thai chili sauce, creating a perfect balance that's both comforting and exotic. To complement the scallops, we've included a medley of colorful vegetables - baby corn, onion, and sweet red pepper, all sautéed to crisp-tender perfection. The dish is then finished with the crunch of salted cashews, adding a delightful texture and extra layer of flavor.

For a complete meal, serve this Scallops with Thai Sauce over hot angel hair pasta, which is optional but highly recommended. The tender pasta absorbs the savory Thai sauce, creating a symphony of tastes and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you're a seafood aficionado or simply looking to try something new, this recipe is a must-try for any cooking enthusiast seeking an unforgettable dining experience.

Ingredients

  • 8.8 ounces baby corns whole drained canned
  • tablespoons canola oil divided
  • servings angel hair pasta hot cooked
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • tablespoons creamy peanut butter 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • small onion sliced
  • large bell pepper sweet red julienned
  • 0.5 cup roasted cashews salted
  • pound scallops 
  • tablespoons chili sauce 
  • 14 ounces vegetable stock canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, peanut butter and chili sauce until smooth; set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, saute scallops in 1 tablespoon oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until firm and opaque.
  3. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm.
  4. In the same pan, saute the onion, red pepper and cashews in remaining oil for 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
  6. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
  7. Add scallops and corn; heat through.
  8. Serve with pasta if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories440kcal
Protein19.25%
Fat34.53%
Carbs46.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.4
Glycemic Load
18.52
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
20.107391326324%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.2mg
Isorhamnetin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:439.61kcal
21.98%
Fat:17.33g
26.66%
Saturated Fat:2.7g
16.9%
Carbohydrates:52.18g
17.39%
Net Carbohydrates:47.71g
17.35%
Sugar:7.14g
7.94%
Cholesterol:21.77mg
7.26%
Sodium:832.03mg
36.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.73g
43.47%
Vitamin C:46.6mg
56.49%
Selenium:36.37µg
51.95%
Phosphorus:495.52mg
49.55%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.73%
Vitamin A:1350.03IU
27%
Magnesium:100.64mg
25.16%
Copper:0.48mg
24.03%
Vitamin B12:1.28µg
21.32%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.61%
Fiber:4.48g
17.91%
Zinc:2.62mg
17.48%
Vitamin B3:3.25mg
16.25%
Folate:64.89µg
16.22%
Vitamin E:2.36mg
15.76%
Potassium:550.64mg
15.73%
Iron:2.81mg
15.62%
Vitamin B5:1.05mg
10.46%
Vitamin K:10.8µg
10.29%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.86%
Calcium:30.5mg
3.05%