PLANTAIN CHIPS WITH SPICY SCALLOPS

Plantain Chips with Spicy Scallops image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h8m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 green plantain peeled and sliced crosswise into very thin slices
2 cups canola oil
Salt
1/4 pound fresh bay scallops
2 limes, zested, juiced
1 garlic clove, chopped fine
1 habanero pepper, diced fine (for less heat use a milder pepper like poblano or jalapeno)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chopped cilantro, plus leaves for garnish
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1/2 teaspoon ground pimento seed or allspice berries
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place oil in a deep stainless steel pot and heat to 350 degrees F. Place chips in the hot oil and fry until crisp, about 3 minutes. Remove and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Sprinkle with salt while still warm.
In a stainless steel bowl mix all ingredients together until well incorporated and season with salt and pepper. Cover and place in refrigerator for 2 hours to marinate.
To serve, lay plantain chips individually on a platter and top with 1 scallop. Garnish each 1 with a cilantro leaf.