scallops with cilantro almond pesto

yield 2 -4
prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For scallops with cilantro almond pesto

  • FOR THE PESTO
  • 2 c
    fresh cilantro
  • 1 c
    grated romano cheese
  • 1/2 c
    blanched almonds
  • 5 clove
    garlic
  • salt and pepper
  • olive oil
  • FOR THE SCALLOPS
  • 12 lg
    scallops
  • olive oil
  • sat and pepper

How To Make scallops with cilantro almond pesto

  • 1
    For the Pesto Place all the ingredients except olive oil in a food processor With the processor going drizzle in the olive oil until desired consistency. Season with salt and Pepper
  • 2
    For the scallops Pat the scallops dry. Season with salt and Pepper.
  • 3
    Add about an inch of oil to a skillet. once it starts to smoke add the scallops and brown on each side about 3 minutes each side.
  • 4
    Plate the pesto on a serving plate and top with scallops.

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