THE GARLIC-CHARRED REEF-DISKS

(Our Play on Lemon Garlic Scallops)

THE GARLIC-CHARRED REEF-DISKS

Ingredients: 300g Scallops (cleaned), 6 cloves Garlic (finely diced), 50g Butter, 1 tsp White pepper, 0.5 tsp Chili flakes, Fresh Chives, 1 Lemon (juiced)...

Ingredients

  • 300g Scallops (cleaned)
  • 6 cloves Garlic (finely diced)
  • 50g Butter
  • 1 tsp White pepper
  • 0.5 tsp Chili flakes
  • Fresh Chives
  • 1 Lemon (juiced)

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Sear scallops in a white-hot pan for 90 seconds per side until charred; remove.
  2. The Architect Melt butter and sauté garlic until it turns a deep golden brown.
  3. The Bloom Add white pepper and chili with a tiny 15ml splash of water to form a sharp, golden silk.
  4. The Marriage Toss the scallops back in for 30 seconds; add the lemon juice.
  5. The Final Flourish Finish with raw fresh chives and lemon zest.

Cuisine: Italian

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