Chiapas-style Scallop Salad

Ingredients

In this adaptation, we infuse the original Japanese Hotate Salad with the unique flavors of Chiapas cuisine. We incorporate Chiapas-specific ingredients such as lime juice, cilantro, and chili to create a zesty dressing that adds a refreshing twist to the dish. Additionally, we incorporate local Chiapas vegetables to enhance the flavors and textures of the salad, giving it a distinct Chiapas-style flair. We alse have the original recipe for Hotate Salad, so you can check it out.

• 12 large scallops 12 large scallops
• 4 cups (120g) lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces 4 cups (120g) lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 cucumber, sliced 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup (15g) fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup (15g) fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 4g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
2. 2.
   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. 3.
   In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
4. 4.
   Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
5. 5.
   Divide the salad onto plates and top each plate with 3 seared scallops.
6. 6.
   Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors of Chiapas-style Scallop Salad.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Scallops — Make sure to pat the scallops dry before searing to ensure a nice golden crust.
• Cilantro — If you're not a fan of cilantro, you can substitute it with fresh parsley for a milder flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a finely chopped jalapeno pepper to the dressing.
• To add some crunch, sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds or crushed tortilla chips on top of the salad.
• If scallops are not available, you can substitute them with shrimp or grilled chicken.

Serving advice

Serve the Chiapas-style Scallop Salad as a refreshing appetizer or a light main course. Accompany it with warm tortillas or crusty bread to make it a more substantial meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the vibrant salad on a large platter, placing the seared scallops on top. Garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro and a lime wedge for an appealing presentation.