Scallop and Chorizo Skewers

Crispy chorizo and seared scallops skewered with peas and drizzled in a zesty citrus and sherry pan sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 348.1 kcals 1392.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 3.7 grams 14.6 grams
Fat 32.1 grams 128.2 grams
Protein 10.7 grams 42.8 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Fruits
1
piece
Orange
zest and juice; can use lemon instead
Liquids
30
ml
Meat
8
piece
Chorizo
cooking chorizo, cut into rounds
NutsSeeds
1
tbsp
Parsley
freshly chopped
1
piece
Salt
to taste
1
piece
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
100
ml
Olive Oil
used for frying and dressing
Seafood
8
piece
Scallops
roe removed
Vegetables
8
piece

Steps

  • Heat 15ml of olive oil in a pan and fry chorizo slices until crisp.
  • Add sherry to the pan and boil until reduced by half.
  • Remove chorizo from the pan and keep warm.
  • Stir in remaining oil, citrus juice, zest, and Tabasco sauce to warm through.
  • Add parsley to the sauce and remove from heat.
  • Season scallops with salt and pepper.
  • Search scallops in a smoking hot pan with olive oil for one minute per side.
  • Thread chorizo, one scallop, and one pea onto each cocktail stick.
  • Drizzle the skewers with the warm pan juices and serve.