THE BALSAMIC-FIRE REEF-LACQUER

(Our Play on Spicy Glazed Scallops)

THE BALSAMIC-FIRE REEF-LACQUER

Ingredients: 300g Scallops (cleaned), 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp Honey, 1 tsp Ancho chili powder, 2 cloves Garlic (minced), 30g Butter...

Ingredients

  • 300g Scallops (cleaned)
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Ancho chili powder
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 30g Butter

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Sear scallops in butter on maximum heat for 90 seconds per side until charred; remove.
  2. The Architect Sauté garlic in the remaining butter until golden.
  3. The Bloom Add balsamic, honey, and chili with a tiny 15ml splash of water; boil for 1 minute until syrupy.
  4. The Marriage Toss the scallops in the bubbling lacquer for 30 seconds.
  5. The Final Flourish Finish with raw lime zest and fresh sea salt.

Cuisine: Mexican

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