"Sarah Simmons tops scallops with a sweet-and-spicy bacon-onion marmalade (which she also likes to spoon on grits). The creamy carrot puree served alongside gets its subtle heat from harissa, a North African chile paste. Slideshow: Great Recipes for Scallops Recipe from Food & Wine America's Greatest New Cooks..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 pound cold thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice
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1 onion, finely diced
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2 tablespoons light brown sugar
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Cayenne pepper
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Kosher salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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1 pound carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 teaspoons harissa (see Note)
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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16 large sea scallops (about 1 1/2 pounds)
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil