Smoked Scallops And Caesar Salad Recipes

SMOKED SCALLOPS WITH CITRUS GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE RECIPE | TRAEGER GRILLS

Steps:

• When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 165℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke, if available. Set a wire rack over a baking sheet.
• Wash the scallops under cold running water and thoroughly pat dry with paper towels. Remove any translucent tags of muscle tissue from the sides of the scallops.
• Arrange the scallops on the rack and season with salt and pepper.
• Place the baking sheet on the grill grates. Close the lid and smoke for 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add a pinch of salt, the garlic, orange zest and juice, Worcestershire sauce, and parsley. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld the flavors. Remove the pot from the heat and cover to keep warm until ready to use.
• Remove the scallops from the grill. Increase the Traeger temperature to 400℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 10 minutes.
• Return the baking sheet with the scallops to the grill and brush with some of the orange-butter sauce, reserving the rest for serving. Close the lid and roast the scallops, flipping once, until just opaque and tender, 10-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the scallops. Do not overcook.
• Garnish the scallops with a bit more orange zest and parsley, then serve hot with the warm citrus and garlic butter sauce. Enjoy!

WARM CAESAR SALAD WITH GRILLED SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS

Steps:

• In a small bowl whisk together half the garlic paste, 2 tablespoons of the oil, and salt and pepper to taste, add the bread cubes, and toss the mixture well. Bake the bread cubes on a baking sheet in the middle of a preheated 350° F. oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the croutons are golden.
• In a large bowl whisk together the remaining garlic paste, 2 tablespoons of the remaining oil, the anchovy paste, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste until the dressing is combined well. In a bowl toss the shrimp and the scallops with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and salt and pepper to taste and grill them in a ridged grill pan or on an oiled rack set about 6 inches over glowing coals for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the scallops are opaque. Transfer the shell fish to the large bowl, add the romaine and 1 tablespoon of the Parmesan, and toss the salad well. Divide the salad between 2 plates and sprinkle the croutons and 1/2 tablespoon of the remaining Parmesan over each serving.

SPECIAL SCALLOP SALAD

Steps:

• Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; sear 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm. Remove from pan; keep warm., In same pan, combine chives, vinegar, garlic, tarragon, honey, mustard and remaining oil. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 30 seconds., Divide greens, carrots and tomato among four plates; top with scallops. Drizzle with dressing; serve immediately.

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Put 2 tablespoons of the oil in a skillet large enough to hold the bread in a single layer and turn heat to medium. When oil shimmers, add bread and sprinkle with salt and pepper; brown lightly on all sides, adding a little more oil if necessary. Remove and set aside.
• Rub the inside of a salad bowl with the garlic clove; discard it. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Pierce a tiny hole in the broad end of each egg with a pin or needle and boil them for 60 to 90 seconds; they will just begin to firm up. Crack them into the salad bowl, being sure to scoop out the white that clings to the shell.
• Beat eggs with a fork. Gradually add lemon juice and 6 tablespoons oil, beating all the while. Stir in anchovies and Worcestershire. Taste and add salt if needed, and lots of pepper. Toss well with lettuce; top with Parmesan and croutons; toss again at table. Serve immediately.