Wasabi Scallops

Elevate your seafood repertoire with these exquisite Wasabi Scallops, a dish that combines buttery seared scallops with a velvety, flavor-packed wasabi cream sauce. Perfectly golden on the outside and tender within, these large sea scallops are seasoned simply with salt and pepper before being seared to perfection. The star of the dish, however, is the bold and creamy sauce—infused with the zing of wasabi paste, the umami depth of soy sauce, and a hint of brightness from lime juice. Finished with a touch of fresh chives, this dish is as visually stunning as it is palate-pleasing. Ready in just 25 minutes, Wasabi Scallops make an impressive option for date night dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve them atop steamed jasmine rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a complete culinary experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Large sea scallops
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons Wasabi paste
• 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Chives (finely chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the scallops, ensuring they are not crowded in the pan. Sear them for 2-3 minutes per side until they are golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Stir until melted, then pour in the heavy cream.

Step 5

Whisk in the wasabi paste, soy sauce, and lime juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or wasabi paste if desired.

Step 6

Return the scallops to the skillet and spoon the wasabi sauce over them. Let them heat for 1-2 minutes, ensuring they're warmed through without overcooking.

Step 7

Transfer the scallops to serving plates and drizzle the wasabi sauce over each portion. Garnish with the chopped chives for a pop of color and fresh flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately with a side of steamed jasmine rice or sautéed vegetables if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(568.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1298.1

Total Fat 96.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 329.6mg	0%
Sodium 5373.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 75.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 47.7mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 1248.0mg	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: 68.0%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 8.4%