Best Vodka Scallops With Seasoned Chipotle And Shallots Recipes

VODKA SCALLOPS WITH SEASONED CHIPOTLE AND SHALLOTS

Steps:

• Heat oil in a med-hot pan saute shallots and garlic just till lightly browned add parsley.
• Move shallots to the side of pan or remove from pan leaving as much of the seasoned oil in pan.
• Place scallops in pan and brown 3 minutes without moving till golden brown.
• Flip and cook 2-3 more minutes adding more oil if necessary.
• Remove scallops from pan and place on a serving dish.
• Deglaze pan with the vodka (just enough to cover the bottom of the pan you use)scraping the solids from the pan (add back if removed the shallots) add chipotle sauce toss to heat.
• Pour the shallot sauce mixture over the shallots and garnish with scallions.

SEARED SEA SCALLOPS IN A VODKA LEEK SAUCE

Steps:

• Heat 1 tablespoon butter in saute pan until sizzling. Add scallops and sear quickly (about 1 minute), leaving center of scallop under cooked.
• Remove scallops from pan; set aside. Reduce heat; add leeks to pan and saute until softened, 3-4 minutes.
• Add vodka and return scallops to pan. Cook until vodka is reduced, 1-2 minutes.
• Add remaining butter a tablespoon at a time until sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

SCALLOPS WITH CHIPOTLE-ORANGE SAUCE

Steps:

• Melt 1 tblsp. butter in large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.
• Season scallops with paprika and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
• Add scallops to pan and cook quickly approximately 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Do not overcook scallops!
• Remove from pan and set aside, keep warm.
• Add orange juice, zest and chile to pan, scraping to loosen browned bits.
• Bring to a boil, cook about 2 minutes.
• Add remaining butter and salt, stirring with a whisk until sauce is smooth.
• Serve scallops with sauce, sprinkle with onions.
• Recommend serving with rice and steamed broccoli florets.