Stir Fried Scallops with Fresh Basil
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and easy-to-make Stir Fried Scallops with Fresh Basil. Juicy, seared scallops mingle with sweet red bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and tender onions in a savory blend of soy, oyster, and fish sauces, balanced with a touch of sugar for the perfect hint of sweetness. Fresh basil leaves add a fragrant herbaceous finish, while optional chili flakes provide a spicy kick for those who crave heat. This quick stir-fry recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is perfect for busy cooks who want a restaurant-quality dish at home. Serve it with steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome meal, and don't forget to garnish with a squeeze of lime for a bright, zesty finish. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish is packed with bold flavors and a stunning array of textures!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams scallops
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 small yellow onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small lime (for garnish, optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the scallops in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove scallops from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the onion and garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the bell pepper and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Return the scallops to the skillet and pour in the sauce mixture. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
Turn off the heat and gently fold in the fresh basil leaves, letting them wilt slightly from the residual warmth.
Serve immediately, garnished with lime wedges and optional chili flakes for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.3 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1016 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 473 mg | 10% | |
*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.
