PAN SEARED SCALLOPS

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This is a BHG recipe that I just had to share. Scallop and Spinach lovers will go wild! This makes a lovely warm weather dinner with a loaf of bread and glass of wine.

Provided by Michelle S.

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb sea scallops, fresh or frozen
2 tablespoons flour
1 -2 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon oil
1 (10 ounce) package prewashed spinach
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup cooked bacon, pieces

Steps:

  • Thaw scallops if they are frozen.
  • Rinse scallops and pat dry with paper towel.
  • In a large ziploc bag mix the flour and cajun seasoning.
  • Add scallops, toss, coating well.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat warm the oil.
  • Add the scallops and cook for approximately 6 minutes until browned and the scallops are opaque.
  • Remove scallops from skillet, keep warm.
  • Add spinach to skillet and sprinkle with water.
  • Cover and cook over medium high heat until spinach is wilted; about 2 minutes.
  • Drizzle spinach with vinegar and toss well to coat.
  • Add scallops and heat throughly.
  • Sprinkle with bacon pieces.
  • Serve.

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