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Seared Scallops with Plum Sauce

Scallops are seared until golden and served with a spiced mirin and plum reduction, topped with nori and chives.

JapaneseSeafoodAppetiserScallopsPlums

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 281.1 kcals 1124.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 56.1 grams 224.2 grams
Fat 4.2 grams 16.8 grams
Protein 4.6 grams 18.2 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
150
g
Caster Sugar
CondimentsSauces
150
ml
Mirin
Or sweet rice wine
Fruits
440
g
Plums
Canned, drained, stones removed, chopped
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
Star Anise
Ground
1
pinch
Salt
To taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
1
tbsp
Chives
Finely chopped
OilsFats
15
ml
Vegetable Oil
Seafood
4
piece
Scallops
Roe trimmed off
Vegetables
1
tsp
Ginger
Ground
1
sheet
Nori Seaweed
Chopped

Steps

  • Boil mirin, sugar, star anise, and ginger in a pan.
  • Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until syrupy.
  • Stir in chopped plums and remove from heat.
  • Oil the scallops and season with salt and pepper.
  • Sear scallops in a hot pan for 30 seconds per side until golden.
  • Spoon sauce into bowls, place a scallop on top, and garnish with nori and chives.