Limed Queen Scallops Flambéed in Tequila

Succulent queen scallops sautéed with shallots, lime, and sugar, then dramatically flambéed in tequila for a vibrant, flavorful finish.

Dinner Quick Seafood Scallops Tequila Flambé

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

195.6

kcal / serving

782.5 kcal total

Carbs

6.7g

per serving

26.8 g total

Fat

per serving

32.1 g total

Protein

13.1g

per serving

52.4 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

Sugar

Dairy

Butter

Generous knob

Fruits

piece

Lime

Juice and zest only

Liquids

Tequila

Good-quality; generous glug

NutsSeeds

handful

Chive

Finely chopped

Salt

To taste

Black Pepper

Freshly ground, to taste

OilsFats

Olive Oil

Generous glug

Seafood

piece

Queen Scallops

Trimmed and ready to cook

Vegetables

piece

Shallot

Finely chopped

Method

Sweat the shallots gently in the pan without browning them.

Add the lime juice and zest and cook for two minutes.

Stir in the sugar continuously to prevent it from burning.

Heat the olive oil and butter in a heavy frying pan over medium heat.

Increase the heat to high and fry the scallops for one minute.

Add tequila and chives then carefully ignite the alcohol to flambé.

Serve the scallops immediately while hot from the pan.