Name: Seared Sea Scallops with Crème Fraîche and Caviar
Yield: Makes 24
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 12 large sea scallops, cut horizontally into 2 rounds; 1/4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream; 1/2 ounce caviar; 4 fresh chives, cut into 1-inch lengths

A simple and sensational starter.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 24

Ingredients

1 teaspoon vegetable oil

12 large sea scallops, cut horizontally into 2 rounds

1/4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream

1/2 ounce caviar

4 fresh chives, cut into 1-inch lengths

Preparation

Step 1
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Cook scallops until golden on bottom, about 2 minutes. Turn over; sauté until just cooked through, about 1 minute. Drain on paper towels. Cool to room temperature.
Step 2
Top each scallop with 1/2 teaspoon crème fraîche. Top with caviar. Garnish with chives and serve.

TagsScallop Shellfish Seafood Caviar Fish Starter Dinner Nut Free Gluten Free Quick Easy 5 Ingredients or Fewer Sear New Years Bon Appétit

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