Seared Scallops with Jalapeno Vinaigrette

Name: Seared Scallops with Jalapeno Vinaigrette
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and membranes removed; 0.25 cup rice vinegar; 0.25 cup olive oil; 0.25 teaspoon Dijon mustard; salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 12 large fresh sea scallops; 1 pinch sea salt; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 2 oranges, peeled and cut in between sections as segments

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This is an incredibly basic but extremely versatile dressing.

Recipe by Chef John

Updated on March 5, 2019

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and membranes removed
¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
12 large fresh sea scallops
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 oranges, peeled and cut in between sections as segments

Directions

Place jalapeno, rice vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard in a blender. Puree on high until mixture is completely liquefied, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Season scallops with sea salt and cayenne pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Place scallops in skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Garnish scallops with orange segments and drizzle jalapeno vinaigrette over the top.

Cook's Note:

If you are making this for a salad dressing, increase the oil to 1/3 cup.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

307	Calories
18g	Fat
6g	Carbs
30g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 307
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g	23%
Saturated Fat 2g	12%
Cholesterol 72mg	24%
Sodium 472mg	21%
Total Carbohydrate 6g	2%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 30g
Vitamin C 2mg	8%
Calcium 45mg	3%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 488mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.