Seared scallops with chilli, grapefruit and pomegranate

1 min
for 2 people
Fiona Andersen
Bevan Smith
By
Bevan Smith

Riverstone Kitchen chef/owner and food writer.

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Ingredients

40 mlOlive oil
16Scallops, medium-sized (Main)
2Spring onions, finely sliced
1Red chilli, seeds removed and finely sliced
1Grapefruit, large, skin and outer pith removed and finely sliced
½ Pomegranate seeds, fresh
¼ cupFresh mint, picked and washed
30 mlExtra virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a heavy based non-stick frying pan over a high heat.
  2. Season scallops and sear for 15 to 20 seconds on one side before turning over and cooking for a further 10 seconds.
  3. Remove scallops from the pan immediately and place into a bowl with the spring onions, chilli, grapefruit, pomegranate and mint.
  4. Toss gently together and divide between two plates.
  5. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and serve immediately.