Sea Scallops and Mango With Parmesan Wafer

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Sea Scallops and Mango With Parmesan Wafer
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 1/3 cups mangoes
1/2 teaspoon lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons butter
12 scallops

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
332
Sugar
9g
Fat
21g
Sea Scallops and Mango With Parmesan Wafer is an elegant dish that combines sweet, salty, and savory flavors. The buttery scallops are pan-seared to perfection and paired with juicy mango and crunchy parmesan wafers. This dish is perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion, as it is both easy to prepare and visually stunning. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please even the most discerning palates.

Instructions

1.In a food processor, pulse together parmesan cheese and flour until fine crumbs form.
2.Preheat oven to 350°F.
3.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Working in batches, spoon 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture into a small mound on the prepared baking sheet.
4.Allow the cheese to spread into a thin circle, using the back of a spoon if necessary.
5.Bake the parmesan wafers until golden brown, about 6 to 8 minutes.
6.Remove from oven and allow to cool.
7.In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice and cilantro.
8.Add the diced mango and toss to coat.
9.Season the scallops with salt and pepper.
10.Heat the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallops and cook until browned and cooked through, about 1-2 minutes per side.
11.Serve the scallops topped with the mango mixture and a parmesan wafer on the side.

PROS

This dish is full of protein, with each scallop containing about 6 grams.
The parmesan wafers add a satisfying crunch and a cheesy flavor.
The mango provides a sweet, fruity contrast to the savory scallops.

CONS

Scallops can be relatively expensive and are not always readily available.
The parmesan wafers are high in saturated fat and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Scallops are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, including B vitamins, potassium, and magnesium. Mangoes are rich in antioxidants, vitamins A and C, and fiber, which can help regulate digestion.

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