Name: Smothered Scallops With Barnacle Kelp Chili Crisp and Butter Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 (20 oz.) package Weathervane Scallops; Salt; 4 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons Barnacle Foods Kelp Chili Crisp, divided; 3 tablespoons basil, chopped; ½ sliced lemon; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Sweet Scallops, Crisp Hot Chili and Savory Butter All in One Bite

Weathervane scallops are delicious on their own, but pairing them with Barnacle Foods Kelp Chili Crisp takes them to a new level with some added warmth for a cold winter day. The sustainably-sourced Alaskan kelp adds a salty, umami flavor that pairs perfectly with tender, sweet weathervane scallops seared to golden perfection.

We partnered with Barnacle to create this recipe because we love their sustainable products from the sea. Founded by Matt and Lia from Juneau, Alaska, their commitment to providing high-quality, good-for-you and good-for-the-planet products is a cause near and dear to our heart.

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Smothered Scallops With Barnacle Kelp Chili Crisp and Butter Sauce

By Wild Alaskan Company

Prep time

15 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Total time

30 minutes

Yield

4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

1 (20 oz.) package Weathervane Scallops
Salt
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons Barnacle Foods Kelp Chili Crisp, divided
3 tablespoons basil, chopped
½ sliced lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. Thoroughly pat scallops dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Arrange the scallops on a plate in a single layer, leaving space for air to circulate between the scallops, then transfer to the refrigerator for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, pat them dry again and season with salt.

2. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat until melted and slightly foaming, then add 2 tablespoons of oil from the Kelp Chili Crisp. Once oil is hot and sizzling, add the scallops to the pan one at a time, ensuring they do not touch. Allow the scallops to sear undisturbed until they naturally release and form a crispy, golden-brown crust, about 2 minutes.

3. Flip each scallop to sear other side for 1 minute, then add lemon wedges, basil, 2 tablespoons of Kelp Chili Crisp (including both solids and oil), and a squeeze of lemon juice. Cook for another minute, until the scallops are browned on both sides.

4. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy the scallops on their own, or paired with linguine, polenta, or fresh bread.

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have a certain medical condition. The FDA recommends an internal temperature of 145°F for cooked fish.

Smothered Scallops With Barnacle Kelp Chili Crisp and Butter Sauce

Sweet Scallops, Crisp Hot Chili and Savory Butter All in One Bite

Smothered Scallops With Barnacle Kelp Chili Crisp and Butter Sauce

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