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Whiskey-Drenched Scallops

Whiskey-Drenched Scallops

Courtesy of UK Seafish Authority 4 Servings • 10 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
8 oz. king or queen scallop meats, without roe
2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 c. whipping cream or crème fraîche
juice of half a lime
3 Tbsp. single malt whiskey
salt and black pepper
4 cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 Tbsp. fresh chopped chives
8 oz. baby spinach leaves

Directions:

1. Heat the butter in a large pan and add 4 Tbsp. whipping cream or crème fraîche. Bring to the boil and reduce by half.

2. Add the remaining cream, lime juice, whisky and seasoning. Add the scallops. Cover for 2-3 min., stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes.

3. Garnish with chives and serve on baby spinach leaves as a starter.

* Courtesy of Seafish, the UK Sea Fish Industry Authority www.seafish.org

"From sea to plate, Seafish delivers expert knowledge, skills and support which help the UK seafood industry secure a sustainable and profitable future."

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