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Scallops And Asparagus Recipe

Add Step-by-Step Photos	Capebretonqt / All my dishes 8 months ago Scallops and asparagus are great on their own, but when paired together they really compliment one another. Prep:10m Cook:20m Servings:4	Capebretonq
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Ingredients

1 lb medium asparagus

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 lb large sea scallops

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup dry white wine

2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar

1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon pieces

Directions

Trim asparagus, then cut stems into 1/4-inch-thick diagonal slices, leaving tips whole.

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté asparagus, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a plate, reserving skillet off heat (do not clean).

Pat scallops dry and sprinkle with pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet and heat over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté half of scallops, turning over once, until browned and just cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes total. Transfer scallops with tongs to another plate as cooked.

Wipe out skillet with paper towels, then add remaining tablespoon oil and heat until hot but not smoking. Sauté remaining scallops, turning over once, until browned and cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes total, transferring to plate. (Do not wipe out skillet after second batch.)

Carefully add wine and vinegar to skillet (mixture may spatter) and boil, scraping up brown bits, until liquid is reduced to about 2 tablespoons, about 1 minute. Add any scallop juices accumulated on plate and bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low and whisk in butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until incorporated.

Add asparagus and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.

Serve scallops topped with asparagus and sauce.

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Comments

trigger 8 months ago said:
I love this type of recipe simple yet elegant enough for a fancy get together.
Five forks and a big smile :)

capebretonqt 8 months ago said:
Thanks, Trigger, for the five forks! I love these simple recipes that fool your guests into thinking you slaved over their meal. I sure hope you enjoy it.

chefelaine 8 months ago said:
A lovely recipe! Thank you, and HIGH FIVE! :+D

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