pistachio crusted scallops
This is easier than it sounds, as you add the pistachios after the scallops have cooked.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
2 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons raw pistachios, unsalted and shelled
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 8 large sea scallops, side muscle removed
- - kosher salt
- - black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon grapeseed oil
How To Make pistachio crusted scallops
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Step 1Melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a small skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tbsp unsalted, shelled raw pistachios and cook, stirring often, until the nuts are deeply toasted, about 2 minutes. Let them cool, then chop them.
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Step 2Place the chopped pistachios in a small bowl; toss with the chives, tarragon, and thyme.
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Step 3Season the scallops with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tsp grapeseed oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high to high heat (You know your stove, cook accordingly). Add the scallops and sear until crusty brown, about 2 minutes per side. Roll the scallops in the pistachio mixture and serve.
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Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Category:
Seafood Appetizers
Category:
Seafood
Keyword:
#scallops
Keyword:
#Pistachios
Ingredient:
Seafood
Culture:
American
Method:
Stove Top
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