Seared Sea Scallops Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp curry powder
2 tbsp dried thyme
2 tbsp paprika
3 tbsp olive oil
1 lb sea scallops, cleaned
pesto , recipe follows
basmati rice , recipe follows

Directions:

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cumin, curry, thyme, and paprika. In a medium saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Dredge the scallops in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour, and add to the hot saute pan. Cook scallops for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the scallops to a plate, drizzle with pesto, and serve with the basmati rice on the side.
Pesto:
2 cups arugula, stemmed, washed, and dried
2 cups basil leaves, washed and dried
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup pistachio nuts
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper
Add all ingredients to food processor except for the olive oil, salt and pepper. Process until the ingredients form a paste. With the motor running, add the olive oil in a stream until combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Basmati Rice:
1 cup basmati rice
2 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
In a medium saucepan, add rice, water and butter. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Cook the rice without stirring for 12 to 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve with scallops.
Professional Recipe: This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and makes a large quantity. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe in the proportions indicated and therefore cannot make any representation as to the results.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	466.73 Kcal (1954 kJ)
Calories from fat	118.76 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	13.2g	20%
Cholesterol	46.48mg	15%
Sodium	763.3mg	32%
Potassium	545.92mg	12%
Total Carbs	56.82g	19%
Sugars	0.41g	2%
Dietary Fiber	3.89g	16%
Protein	30.99g	62%
Vitamin C	0.9mg	1%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	2%
Iron	5.3mg	29%
Calcium	70.4mg	7%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	241.67 Kcal (1012 kJ)
Calories from fat	61.49 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.83g	20%
Cholesterol	24.07mg	15%
Sodium	395.23mg	32%
Potassium	282.68mg	12%
Total Carbs	29.42g	19%
Sugars	0.21g	2%
Dietary Fiber	2.02g	16%
Protein	16.05g	62%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	1%
Iron	2.7mg	29%
Calcium	36.4mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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