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Cauliflower Soup With Seared Scallops, Lemon Oil And Caviar Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 6 sea scallops, patted dry .
  • 1 garlic clove, sliced .
  • 1 1/2 c whipping cream .
  • 6 tsps lemon-infused olive oil .
  • fresh ground white pepper .
  • 3 3/4 c cauliflower (from 1 large head) .
  • kosher salt .
  • 1 1/2 c low sodium chicken broth .
  • 3 tbsps vegetable oil, divided .
  • fresh chives, finely sliced .
  • 1 (30 g) jar black caviar, like American white sturgeon (about 1 oz) .
  • 1 leek, cut into 1/8-inch-thick rounds (white & pale green parts only) .
  • 1 c white onions, sliced

Directions
  • Step #1 Heat 2 tbsps oil in heavy large saucepan over med-heat/flame.
  • Step #2 Add onion & garlic.
  • Step #3 Sauté until onion is soft, about 5 mins.
  • Step #4 Add cauliflower, broth, & cream.
  • Step #5 Bring soup to boil.
  • Step #6 Reduce heat to low, partially cover, & let simmer carefully until cauliflower is tender, about 18 mins.
  • Step #7 Puree soup in small batches in mixer until smooth.
  • Step #8 Return to same saucepan.
  • Step #9 Spice up soup with kosher salt & white pepper.
  • Step #10 Do ahead: Can be made 1 day ahead.
  • Step #11 Cool slightly.
  • Step #12 Cover up & chill in the fridge.
  • Step #13 Rewarm before serving.
  • Step #14 Blanch leek in small saucepan of boiling salted water 1 min; drain.
  • Step #15 Place some of leek in center of each bowl.
  • Step #16 Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in medium skillet over high heat.
  • Step #17 Sprinkle top scallops with salt & pepper.
  • Step #18 Sear until brown & just opaque in center, about 1 1/2 mins per side.
  • Step #19 Place 1 scallop on leek in each bowl; top scallop with caviar.
  • Step #20 Ladle soup around scallop, drizzle with 1 tsp lemon oil, & sprinkle with chives.
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