Grilled scallops on the half shell

Scallop - a shellfish with sweet dedicate flavor and pratically fat-free, found in all the world’s oceans. Scallop meat is so tender and succulent . It is an excellent source of protein, has many of the vitamins and minerals in good nutrition, and is low in fat.

Scallop with scallion oil is a stunning combination. Scallion oil has a strong fragrance, will help improve the smell of scallop meat and make the appearance look better. This recipe is a best choice for your family in weekends. Forget the stressful days, let your body and mind relax with this delicious scallop.

Ingredients: serves 4 portions

-          20 fresh bay scallops

-          500 g scallion

-          200 g laksa leaves

-          1 teaspoon of kosher salt

-          2 teaspoons of granulated sugar

-          3 tablespoons of cooking oil

-          100 g unsalted dry-roasted peanuts.

Method:

1.      Wash the scallops: remove any remaining side muscles from the scallops. Rinse under running cold water.

2.      Clean the scallion. Cut off the white ends. Finely chop the green parts into tiny pieces.

3.      Clean laska leaf. Tear off and discard the root of laska leaves .Drain and place them to a bowl for serving.

4.      Pulse peanuts in a food processor until coarsely chopped.

5.      Make the scallion oil: Heat the oil in a small saucepan. When hot, add the scallion, salt, sugar. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir and remove the saucepan from the heat. Set aside.

6.      Place the scallops on hot grill and let them cook for 4-6 minutes, or until just cook through.

7.      Spoon the scallion oil on top of each scallop and grill for another 2 minutes.

8.      Finally top each scallop with a teaspoon of peanut.

Serving:

-          Using tongs, remove the scallops from the grill and place them on a flat platter.

-          Serve hot immediately with laksa leaves and sweet sour fish sauce.

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