Morton's Broiled Sea Scallops with Apricot Chutney

Elevate your seafood dinner with Morton’s Broiled Sea Scallops with Apricot Chutney, a gourmet dish bursting with flavor and elegance. Juicy, caramelized sea scallops are broiled to perfection under a rich, aromatic butter glaze infused with garlic, lemon, and paprika. They’re paired with a luxuriously sweet and tangy apricot chutney, crafted from fresh apricots, apple cider vinegar, and warm spices like ginger and cinnamon, creating a bold contrast to the scallops’ delicate taste. This restaurant-quality recipe is ready in under 45 minutes, making it a stunning yet accessible choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with a crisp salad or roasted vegetables for a complete and unforgettable meal. Perfect for fans of seafood, quick gourmet recipes, and creative flavor pairings!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 large Sea scallops
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 6 medium (pitted and diced) Apricots
• 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the broiler in your oven and place the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

Step 2

Rinse the sea scallops under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to release its aroma. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Set this butter mixture aside.

Step 4

In another medium saucepan, combine the diced apricots, red onion, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the apricot mixture cook for about 15 minutes, or until the fruit has softened and thickened into a chutney-like consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 6

Arrange the sea scallops evenly on a broiler-safe baking sheet or dish. Brush each scallop generously with the prepared butter mixture.

Step 7

Broil the scallops for 4–6 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking, or until they are opaque and caramelized on the edges. Be careful not to overcook them to prevent them from turning rubbery.

Step 8

Remove the scallops from the broiler and divide them equally among four plates.

Step 9

Spoon the apricot chutney alongside or over the scallops for serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(819.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1024.3

Total Fat 52.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 271.6mg	0%
Sodium 4781.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 78.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 145.7mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 1918.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.1%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 26.4%