Seared Scallops with Asian Lime-chile Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Seared Scallops with Asian Lime-chile Sauce
45 min.
4
129kcal

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If you’re looking to impress your guests with a delightful seafood dish that’s both elegant and packed with flavor, look no further than these Seared Scallops with Asian Lime-Chile Sauce. This recipe showcases the delicate texture of succulent sea scallops, perfectly complemented by a vibrant sauce that combines the umami richness of fish sauce with the bright acidity of fresh lime juice and a kick of heat from Chile. Whether it’s for a lunch gathering or a romantic dinner, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your dining experience.

What makes this recipe even more tempting is its simplicity and quick preparation time of just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those who want to create a gourmet meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, it’s both gluten-free and dairy-free, catering to a wide range of dietary preferences. The use of high-quality ingredients like expertly seared scallops and a refreshing sauce means each bite bursts with flavor.

So grab your frying pan and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece that looks as stunning as it tastes. Perfectly seared scallops drizzled with a tangy, savory sauce are just minutes away. This dish not only packs a caloric punch of approximately 129 calories per serving, but it also showcases a gourmet breakdown of protein, fat, and carbs. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite dish that balances art and taste in every serving!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons asian fish sauce 
  • small garlic clove chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • small chile fresh red hot chopped ()
  • pound sea scallops 
  • tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 
  • 2.3 teaspoons sugar 
  • 1.5 tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • blender
  • skewers
  • mortar and pestle

Directions

  1. Soak skewers in water 30 minutes.
  2. Pound garlic, chile, and sugar to a fine paste with a mortar and pestle. Stir paste together with vinegar, fish sauce, water, and lime juice. (Alternatively, purée sauce ingredients together in a blender.)
  3. Pat scallops dry. Thread 4 on each skewer (flat sides facing out; see photo), then brush both sides with oil (2 teaspoons total for 4 skewers). Season scallops with salt and pepper.
  4. Brush a 12-inch nonstick skillet with remaining teaspoon oil and heat over high heat until hot but not smoking. Sear scallops, turning over once, until just cooked through, about 6 minutes total.
  5. Serve scallops with sauce spooned over.
  6. Sauce may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before serving.
  7. Each serving about 153 calories and 4 grams fat
  8. Gourmet

Nutrition Facts

Calories129kcal
Protein45.87%
Fat29.51%
Carbs24.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.77
Glycemic Load
2.01
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.0947825519935%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:128.99kcal
6.45%
Fat:4.12g
6.34%
Saturated Fat:0.63g
3.96%
Carbohydrates:7.73g
2.58%
Net Carbohydrates:7.53g
2.74%
Sugar:3.24g
3.6%
Cholesterol:27.22mg
9.07%
Sodium:1152.77mg
50.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.4g
28.81%
Phosphorus:386.21mg
38.62%
Vitamin B12:1.64µg
27.37%
Selenium:15.55µg
22.22%
Vitamin C:17.57mg
21.3%
Magnesium:43.91mg
10.98%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.3%
Potassium:302.25mg
8.64%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.28%
Folate:25.72µg
6.43%
Vitamin B3:1.16mg
5.78%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.95%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.94%
Iron:0.66mg
3.65%
Vitamin K:3.72µg
3.54%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.86%
Copper:0.05mg
2.49%
Vitamin A:113.52IU
2.27%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.98%
Calcium:14.84mg
1.48%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.3%
Source:Epicurious