SEA SCALLOPS WITH SPINACH AND ORANGES

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These scallops are so tasty served with spinach and oranges. The recipe is courtesy of the Harvard Street Grill.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 -8 large scallops
6 ounces Baby Spinach
2 navel oranges
5 large basil leaves, cut into thin strips
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
3 ounces olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
fresh cracked black pepper
kosher salt

Steps:

  • Mix finely chopped shallots and garlic set aside.
  • Segment oranges and place segments in a small mixing bowl; add the thin strips of basil to the orange segments, add 1/2 of the finely chopped shallots & garlic to the orange segments; add 1-ounce of olive oil & cracked pepper,Gently Mix; set aside( this can be made early but most be at room temperature to serve).
  • Place TWO saute pans on medium-high heat; season scallops with salt and pepper; divide the remaining olive oil into the TWO preheated pans: In one pan, add butter,Add reserved garlic and shallots, Quickly stir for 10 to 15 SECONDS and Add spinach; saute 20 to 30 seconds; remove from heat and season.
  • In the other pan, Add the seasoned Scallops, sear for about 1 to 2 minutes, Flip over scallops and sear other side for about 1 to 2 minutes; remove from heat (do-not over cook). The center will look slightly translucent when cooked properly.
  • Place sauteed spinach in center of plate, arrange scallops and oranges around the spinach, Serve.

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