scallops in blueberry chipotle sauce over couscous

Recipe by
barbara lentz
beulah, MI

So yummy. I like to add a little butter to the cooked couscous.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For scallops in blueberry chipotle sauce over couscous

  • 2 c
    blackberries
  • 2 tsp
    lemon zest
  • 2 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 3 Tbsp
    honey
  • 1 Tbsp
    chopped chipotle chilies
  • 1/2 c
    couscous
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 4 lg
    sea scallops patted dry
  • salt and pepper
  • fresh mint for garnish

How To Make scallops in blueberry chipotle sauce over couscous

  • 1
    Combine the blackberries, lemon zest and juice, honey and chipotle chilies in a saucepan and bring to a boil reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Set aside
  • 2
    In a saucepan add 1 cup of water and bring to a boil. Whisk in the couscous. Cover tightly and remove from heat and set aside.
  • 3
    Place olive oil in a skillet. Season the scallops with salt and pepper. Sear the scallops until golden on both sides about 3 to 4 minutes each side.
  • 4
    Add couscous to two plates. Top with blackberry sauce then the scallops and garnish with mint

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