SEARED SCALLOPS WITH RASPBERRY HOLLANDAISE

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Yummy scallops with a creamy slightly sweet hollandaise

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Seafood

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

FOR THE RASPBERRY HOLLANDAISE
1/2 lb fresh raspberries
1/2 c melted butter
2 large egg yolks
FOR THE DISH
12 large sea scallops
salt and pepper
fresh taragon leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. To make the Hollandaise: Puree the raspberries in food processor strain through a fine mesh strainer discarding the pulp and seeds. Place the raspberries in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the raspberries to about 2 tbsp. Set aside and let cool.
  • 2. Mix teh raspberries with the egg yolks. Melt the butter and set aside. over a double boiler whisk the eggs constantly until thick. Remove from heat and whisk in ghe butter until a nice creamy sauce is formed. Set aside.
  • 3. Season the scallops with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot pan with a little oil until brown on both sides about 2 minutes per side.
  • 4. Place tablespoon of the hollandaise on a plate and top with 4 scallops. Top the scallops with fresh tarragon and serve immediately.

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