Asian Ginger Scallop Stir-fry 🍲
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 (main meal) or 4 (part of an Asian banquet)
Description:
Love scallops? This Asian-inspired ginger scallop stir-fry is a quick and tasty wok recipe that’s perfect for serving two as a main meal or four as part of a delightful Asian banquet. The combination of fresh scallops, aromatic ginger, savory soy sauce, and crisp vegetables creates a flavor explosion that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds. Plus, it’s ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal dish for busy weeknights or whenever you’re craving something deliciously different.
Ingredients:
- 2 fresh scallops
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon rice wine
- 8 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup spring onions, diagonally sliced into ½-inch lengths
- 4 button mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 red pepper, diced
- 4 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
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Marinate the scallops: Place the scallops in a glass or ceramic bowl. Pour over the combined lime juice, rice wine, and crushed garlic. Gently mix to coat the scallops evenly. Allow the scallops to marinate for 15 minutes, ensuring not to exceed this time, as prolonged marination in lime juice may result in overcooking.
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Prepare the vegetables: While the scallops are marinating, grate the fresh ginger, slice the spring onions diagonally into ½-inch lengths, slice the mushrooms, and dice the red pepper.
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Heat the sesame oil: In a wok or large skillet, pour the sesame oil and heat it until almost smoking.
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Stir-fry the aromatics: Add the grated ginger, sliced spring onions, sliced mushrooms, and diced red pepper to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes or until the ginger becomes fragrant and the vegetables are slightly softened.
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Cook the scallops: Add the marinated scallops along with the marinade to the wok. Continue stir-frying for another 3 minutes or until the scallops turn opaque and are cooked through.
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Add soy sauce and seasoning: Pour in the soy sauce and mix thoroughly with all the other ingredients in the wok. Season the stir-fry to taste with freshly ground black pepper.
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Thicken the sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together to form a smooth paste. Drizzle this paste into the wok, stirring continuously. Cook for another minute or two, or until the sauce has thickened and coats the ingredients evenly.
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Serve: Once the sauce has reached the desired consistency, remove the wok from the heat. Serve the Asian ginger scallop stir-fry immediately with steamed white rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures of this Asian-inspired dish, perfect for any occasion! 🥢
