Orange Glazed Scallops
Elevate your seafood game with these irresistible Orange Glazed Scallops, a dish that combines restaurant-quality elegance with simple, approachable cooking techniques. Perfectly seared sea scallops boast a golden, caramelized crust, while the luscious orange glaze—made with fresh orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and a hint of garlic—delivers a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The quick 20-minute prep and cook time make this recipe ideal for weeknight dinners or impressive dinner parties alike. Serve these citrus-infused scallops over fluffy steamed rice or alongside a crisp salad for a vibrant, gourmet meal that's sure to wow your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the sea scallops dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, sear the scallops in batches, about 2 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and opaque in the center. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and olive oil.
Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Stir in the orange juice, orange zest, honey, and soy sauce, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce to thicken it, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes.
Return the scallops to the skillet and spoon the orange glaze over them. Cook for another minute to heat the scallops through and allow the flavors to meld.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or a light green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.5 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 4422 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.6 g | ||
| Protein | 95.8 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1830 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
