Holiday celebrations mean different things to different people, but nothing sets the tone for said parties quite like the right combination of food and drink.
This warm salad can stand alone as a light meal as well as being an elegant 1st course. The heat of the chili makes it a perfect partner to a fruity reisling.
2 tsp peanut oil 8 large scallops 1 Tbls olive oil 2 Tbls lime juice 3 Tbls brown sugar 1 tsp fish sauce 1 Tbls soy sauce 1/4 tsp chili flakes 1 head radicchio, torn into bitesized pieces 1 cup arugula 2 scallions sliced 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Methods/steps
Add 2 tsp peanut oil to medium sauté pan and heat pan to high, but not smoking. Sear scallops 1 minute per side. Put next 6 ingredients in a bowl. Wisk to blend. Divide radicchio and arugula between 4 plates, top with 2 scallops each. Drizzle with dressing. Garnish with scallions, cilantro and chopped peanuts.
Additional Tips
Warm Salad Option: The dressing for this salad can also be heated with the scallops and served warm. The dressing also makes a nice marinade for chicken or fish as a substitute.