Ingredients
- 12large size, cleaned and dried
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 1/4 cup
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 clovesminced
- 1 teaspoon
- 2 tablespoons Cloves
- 2 tablespoons Pankochopped
Directions
Fried Scallops with Butter Spicy Sauce is a delectable seafood dish that features tender scallops, deep-fried until golden and crispy, and then coated in a luscious, spicy, and buttery sauce. Here’s a description of this mouthwatering dish:
Ingredients:
- Scallops: Fresh or thawed scallops are the main ingredient. They should be patted dry before frying.
- Batter: A light batter is used to coat the scallops before frying. The batter typically consists of a mixture of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and cold water to create a crispy coating.
- Oil: Vegetable or peanut oil is used for deep-frying the scallops until they are golden and crispy.
- Spicy Butter Sauce: The spicy butter sauce is made from a combination of ingredients such as butter, garlic, red pepper flakes, and sometimes soy sauce or lemon juice for extra flavor and balance.
- Additional Ingredients: Chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro are often used to garnish the dish.
Preparation:
Here’s how to make Fried Scallops with Butter Spicy Sauce:
- Prepare the Scallops: Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which will help the batter adhere better.
- Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, a pinch of salt, and cold water to create a smooth batter with a consistency similar to pancake batter.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the oil to the desired frying temperature (usually around 350-375°F or 175-190°C).
- Coat and Fry: Dip each scallop into the batter, ensuring it is evenly coated. Carefully lower the battered scallops into the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy, which should take about 2-4 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried scallops and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Prepare the Spicy Butter Sauce: In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the melted butter and sauté until the garlic becomes fragrant and lightly browned. You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
- Combine Scallops and Sauce: Toss the fried scallops in the spicy butter sauce until they are evenly coated. You can also drizzle the sauce over the scallops if you prefer.
- Serve: Transfer the Fried Scallops with Butter Spicy Sauce to a serving platter, garnish with chopped fresh herbs, and serve immediately.
This dish is a wonderful combination of crispy, tender scallops and a rich, spicy, and buttery sauce. It’s bursting with flavor and is sure to be a hit for seafood enthusiasts and those who enjoy a bit of heat in their dishes. Serve it as an appetizer or as a main course with your favorite side dishes.
Steps
1 Done | Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. |
2 Done | Once the oil is hot, add the scallops to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. |
3 Done | Remove the scallops from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. |
4 Done | In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. |
5 Done | Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. |
6 Done | Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and parsley. |
7 Done | Serve the scallops on a plate and top with the butter spicy sauce. |
