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Seared Scallops With Pomegranate Sauce Recipe


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Ingredients
  •  Dash of ground red pepper
  • 3/4 c pomegranate seeds (about 1 pomegranate)
  • 2 large pomegranates, halved crosswise
  • 2 tbsps low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 c trimmed watercress (about 1 bunch)
  • 2 tsps vegetable oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 c balsamic vinegar
  • 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 lbs sea scallops

Directions
  • Step #1 Squeeze juice from pomegranate halves using a citrus reamer or juicer to measure 1 c.
  • Step #2 Combine juice, vinegar, 1/8 tsp black pepper, soy sauce, & red pepper in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
  • Step #3 Reduce heat; simmer until reduced by half (about 15 mins), stirring frequently.
  • Step #4 Keep warm.
  • Step #5 Rinse scallops; pat dry.
  • Step #6 Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Step #7 Sprinkle top scallops with salt, sugar, & 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  • Step #8 Add scallops to pan; cook 2 mins on each side or until done.
  • Step #9 Arrange 1/2 c watercress on each of 6 plates; divide scallops evenly among plates.
  • Step #10 Drizzle each serving with about 1 tbsp sauce; sprinkle with 2 tbsps seeds.
  • Enjoy the Seared Scallops with Pomegranate Sauce recipe

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