Scallops With Seaweed Butter

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Scallops With Seaweed Butter Recipe for Seafood Lovers

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

5 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

17 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 tablespoons unsalted butter , softened
	8 large fresh sea scallops
	8 tablespoons rock salt
	1/4 sheet nori , finely chopped to make 8 pinches
	1/2 lime
	sea salt
	ground red chili pepper ( piment d'espelette ) or fresh black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

272

Sugar

Fat

24g

Scallops With Seaweed Butter is a simple yet flavorful seafood recipe that combines sweet, tender scallops with savory seaweed butter. This dish is a great choice for seafood lovers looking for a quick and easy meal that is both delicious and nutritious. The seaweed butter adds a subtle umami flavor to the scallops, while the lime juice and red chili pepper give the dish a bright, tangy kick. Serve these scallops with a side of steamed vegetables or rice for a healthy and satisfying meal that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2.	Add the rock salt to a large oven-safe skillet, and arrange the scallops on top.
3.	Mix the softened butter with the finely chopped nori and a pinch of sea salt.
4.	Spread 1 tablespoon of the seaweed butter over each scallop.
5.	Squeeze lime juice over each scallop and sprinkle with red chili pepper or black pepper.
6.	Bake for 10-12 minutes until the scallops are cooked through and the butter is melted and bubbling.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy, with only a few ingredients.

The scallops are a healthy source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

Seaweed is a good source of iodine and other minerals.

CONS

Fresh scallops can be expensive and hard to find in some areas.

The high sodium content of the rock salt used in the recipe may not be suitable for people on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Scallops are a low-fat, low-calorie source of protein that is rich in vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids.
Seaweed is a good source of iodine, which is important for thyroid health, as well as other minerals like iron, magnesium, and calcium.
Lime juice is high in vitamin C, while red chili pepper can help boost metabolism and reduce inflammation.