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Seared Scallops with Coconut Rice & Pineapple Salsa

Seared Scallops with Coconut Rice & Pineapple Salsa Bliss

Delicious Seared Scallops with Coconut Rice & Pineapple Salsa recipe for a tropical paradise experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 322
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Can substitute with long-grain rice
  • 1 can Canned Coconut Milk Consider low-fat for a lighter option
Pineapple Salsa
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple Can substitute with homemade mango salsa
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Can be omitted or replaced with parsley
Scallops
  • 1 pound Dry Sea Scallops Ensuring they're dry helps achieve perfect sear
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can swap with high-heat oil for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Prepare Coconut Rice
  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Combine rice, coconut milk and salt in saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes after cooking.
Mix Pineapple Salsa
  1. Combine diced fresh pineapple with chopped fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Sear Scallops
  1. Pat dry scallops. Season with salt and pepper. Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops for 1 to 1½ minutes per side until golden-brown and slightly translucent.
Plate and Serve
  1. Scoop coconut rice on each plate, top with seared scallops, and spoon pineapple salsa over them. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat scallops dry thoroughly for optimal sear. Do not crowd the pan while cooking.

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