Lime and Chipotle Scallop Seviche Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 6 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 2 hours
๐ Total Time: 2 hours 6 minutes
Description:
This delightful recipe hails from the pages of “Sunsets” Low Fat Mexican Cookbook, offering a burst of flavor that can grace your table as an appetizer, a first course, or even as the centerpiece of your main meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb sea scallops
- 1 lb bay scallops
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup minced shallot
- 1/2 cup chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 8 tbsp distilled white vinegar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 jicama, cut into matchsticks
- Cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for garnish
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 159.4
- Fat: 2.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 37.5mg
- Sodium: 190.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 1.6g
- Protein: 20.1g
Instructions:
-
Prepare Scallop: Rinse and drain scallops, and if they are large, cut them in half crosswise to achieve approximately 1/2-inch thickness.
-
Prepare Flavor Base: In a frying pan, combine olive oil, minced shallots, and chopped chipotle chiles in adobo. Cook over medium heat until the shallots are soft, stirring for about 3 minutes.
-
Add Liquid: Stir in the fresh lime juice, distilled white vinegar, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
-
Cook Scallop: Once the liquid is boiling, add the scallops, arranging them in a single layer. Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer until the scallops are just opaque, which usually takes about 2 minutes.
-
Reduce Liquid: Transfer the cooked scallops to a bowl. Then, boil the remaining liquid over high heat until it’s reduced to approximately 1 cup.
-
Combine and Chill: Pour the reduced liquid over the scallops in the bowl. Cover and refrigerate the mixture until cool, for at least 1 1/2 hours or up to 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
-
Prepare Jicama: Meanwhile, prepare the jicama by cutting it into matchsticks.
-
Final Assembly: Gently mix the jicama with the scallops and spoon the mixture into 4 to 6 soup bowls.
-
Garnish: Garnish each serving with fresh cilantro and lime wedges to add a burst of color and freshness.
This Lime and Chipotle Scallop Seviche recipe is a harmonious blend of flavors, offering a tantalizing dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Enjoy its vibrant taste as a starter or as the star of your mealtime spread!
