pistachio crusted scallops
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This is easier than it sounds, as you add the pistachios after the scallops have cooked.
yield
2 serving(s)
prep time
15 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Stove Top
Ingredients For pistachio crusted scallops
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2 Tbspunsalted butter, divided
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2 Tbspraw pistachios, unsalted and shelled
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1 Tbspfresh chives, chopped
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1 Tbspfresh tarragon, chopped
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1 Tbspfresh thyme, chopped
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8 lgsea scallops, side muscle removed
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kosher salt
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black pepper, freshly ground
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1 tspgrapeseed oil
How To Make pistachio crusted scallops
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1Melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a small skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tbsp unsalted, shelled raw pistachios and cook, stirring often, until the nuts are deeply toasted, about 2 minutes. Let them cool, then chop them.
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2Place the chopped pistachios in a small bowl; toss with the chives, tarragon, and thyme.
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3Season the scallops with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tsp grapeseed oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high to high heat (You know your stove, cook accordingly). Add the scallops and sear until crusty brown, about 2 minutes per side. Roll the scallops in the pistachio mixture and serve.
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