Scallops with Garlic Sauce

Scallops with Garlic Sauce is a fragrant and savory dish that highlights the natural sweetness of scallops, enhanced by a rich garlic-infused sauce. This Halal Chinese seafood delicacy is perfect for a quick and elegant dinner.

Ingredients

• Fresh scallops - 300 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the scallops to the skillet in a single layer and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, stirring well to combine.
6. Return the scallops to the skillet, coating them in the garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.
7. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, aiding muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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