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Spicy Scallops with Lime
16 large scallops
1 tablespoon of butter
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
1 teaspoon of garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon of grated fresh root ginger
1 bunch of scallions, sliced finely
zest of 1 kaffir lime, grated finely
1 small red chile, deseeded and chopped very finely
3 tablespoons of kaffir lime juice
salt and pepper
lime wedges and boiled rice, to serve
Trim the scallops to remove any black intestine, then wash and
pat dry. Separate the corals from the white parts, then slice
each white part into rounds.
Heat the butter and oil in a skillet or wok. Add the garlic and
ginger, and stir fry for 1 minute without browning. Add the
scallions and stir fry for 1 minute.
Add the scallops to the pan and continue stir frying over a high
heat for 4- 5 minutes. Stir in the lime zest, chile and lime
juice and cook for an additional minute. Do not overcook.
Serve the scallops hot, with the juices spooned over them,
accompanied by lime wedges and boiled rice. Serves 4
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