Seared Scallops with Stir-Fried Bok Choy

Ingredients

• 12 large scallops 12 large scallops
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30ml) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30ml)
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (15ml) 1 tablespoon soy sauce (15ml)
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (15ml) 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (15ml)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil (15ml) 1 tablespoon sesame oil (15ml)
• 4 heads of baby bok choy, halved lengthwise 4 heads of baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Sesame seeds, for garnish Sesame seeds, for garnish
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat: 12g (Saturated Fat: 2g)
• Carbohydrates: 8g (Sugar: 2g)
• Protein: 26g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season them with salt and pepper.
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. 3.
   Add the scallops to the skillet and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. 4.
   In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. 5.
   Add the bok choy to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until wilted but still crisp.
6. 6.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the bok choy and toss to coat evenly.
7. 7.
   Return the seared scallops to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
8. 8.
   Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.
9. 9.
   Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Scallops — Make sure to pat the scallops dry before seasoning them to ensure a good sear. Overcooking scallops can make them tough, so be careful not to exceed the recommended cooking time.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic when stir-frying.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of garlic used.
• To ensure even cooking, make sure the scallops are dry and at room temperature before searing.
• If you can't find baby bok choy, you can substitute it with regular bok choy, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Serve the dish with steamed rice or noodles for a more substantial meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Seared Scallops with Stir-Fried Bok Choy as a main course, accompanied by steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro for an added touch of freshness and visual appeal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the seared scallops on top of the stir-fried bok choy, creating an eye-catching display of colors. Drizzle a little extra sauce over the scallops for a glossy finish. Sprinkle sesame seeds and fresh cilantro on top as a final garnish.