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Lovely, fresh scallops, marinated in lime juice... served on a bed of crunchy Bibb lettuce, this makes an excellent side dish for any meal! Note: - scallops are marinated overnight. Ingredients:
1 lb sea scallops ****see note |
4 oz lime juice |
2 oz red onion, chopped fine |
1/2 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped |
3 tbsp chopped cilantro |
1 avocado |
4 oz tomatoes, peeled, seeded, small dice |
to taste --- salt |
2 oz olive oil |
as needed --- bibb lettuce leaves |
Directions:
1. Cut the scallops into quarters vertically, then slice crosswise, 1/4 inch thick.
2. In a nonreactive container, mix together the scallops, lime juice, and onion.
3. Refrigerate about 12 hours, until the scallops have the texture of cooked scallops.
4. Drain the scallops and onions, discarding the lime juice.
5. Gently toss the scallops with the jalapeño, cilantro, avocado, and tomato.
6. Add salt to taste.
7. Mix in the olive oil
8. To serve, line small bowls or cups with lettuce leaves and spoon in the seviche.
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10. Suggestion:
11. As an alternative to sea scallops, use bay scallops and leave them whole
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