MARGARITA SCALLOPS

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Savory seared scallops, sizzled in a margarita made with tequila, lime and chiles. Served at Chevys Fresh Mex in San Diego.

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup tequila
1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
1 jalapeno, stemmed, seeded and coarsely chopped
3/4 cup green onion, chopped
1 cup chopped cilantro leaf
1 teaspoon garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb large scallop
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 fresh lime, quartered
3 teaspoons fresh cilantro, minced

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients, except the scallops and olive oil,in a blender or food processor.
  • Puree.
  • Taste the mixture and add more jalapeno as desired.
  • Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and set aside.
  • Rinse the scallops in cold water and pat dry.
  • In a non-stick saute pan oer high heat, heat the olive oil just until smoking.
  • Add the scallops to the saute pan and seaar well without stirring or tossing.
  • Add the citrus mixture to the pan and bring to a boil.
  • When the liquid reaches a boil, turn the scallops and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Remove the scallops, cover to keep warm and reduce the sauce to half its original volume over high heat.
  • Divide the scallops among the plates.
  • Pour the liquid from the pan directly over the plates.
  • Garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.
  • Enjoy.

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