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Maple Pistachio Seared Scallops

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Ingredients

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  • 10 U/10 sea scallops*
  • 1/2 cup shelled pistachios
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp butter
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. In a food processor or blender grind pistachios and garlic.
  2. Slowly add in maple syrup until a thick paste is formed.
  3. Divide paste into 10 and roll into balls.
  4. Flatten balls on top of scallops to cover tops.
  5. Heat up a large pan over medium-high heat.
  6. Add butter and melt. Butter should sizzle but not burn.
  7. Add scallops and sear for one minute.
  8. Flip and sear for another 45 seconds-1 minute making sure pan does not get too hot and burn scallops.
  9. Serve warm.

Notes

This means around 10 scallops per pound. They are bigger, but feel free to use any size.