Scallops with Grapefruit Browned Butter

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Pour oil into a pan until it's glossy and almost smoking.
  2. 2Arrange scallops clockwise in the hot oil.
  3. 3Press the scallops to ensure even browning.
  4. 4Flip the scallops once they have browned.
  5. 5Finish cooking the scallops and set them aside.
  6. 6Pour out the excess oil from the pan into a bowl.
  7. 7Add cold butter to the pan.
  8. 8Melt the butter until the milk solids start to brown.
  9. 9Cut the grapefruit in half.
  10. 10Juice the grapefruit using a strainer to remove pulp and seeds.
  11. 11Gradually mix the fresh grapefruit juice into the browned butter, stirring continuously.
  12. 12Add grapefruit zest to the sauce.
  13. 13Add a bit of salt to the sauce.
  14. 14Slice fresh radishes thinly.
  15. 15Drape the sauce over the cooked scallops and radishes.
  16. 16Add a little bit of chili flakes on top.
  17. 17Drizzle some olive oil over the dish.

Ingredients

  • Olive Oil
  • Scallops
  • Cold Butter
  • 1 whole Grapefruit
  • Salt
  • Radishes
  • Chili Flakes

Equipment

pantongsbowlknifegraterstrainerspoon

Tips

  • Pour your oil until it's really glossy, just about to smoke if not smoking.
  • Arrange your scallops clockwise to easily track which one to turn first.
  • Press your scallops to ensure even browning.
  • You are allowed to check the scallops and flip them if they have browned properly.
  • Finish the sauce with grapefruit zest for another level of flavor.
  • Add chili flakes and olive oil to bring the dish back to life.