ELSIE'S COOKBOOK
1 Pound Fresh Florida bay scallops
2 Tablespoon Olive oil
2 Tablespoons Shallots, chopped
1 Teaspoon Florida garlic, chopped
3/4 Cup Dry white wine
Salt to taste fresh cracked black pepper to taste
Tropical Relish
1/2 Cup Fresh Florida mango, diced
1/2 Cup Fresh Florida papaya, diced
1/4 Cup Sweet Florida red pepper, diced
1/4 Cup Florida green onion, sliced
2 Table spoonsFresh cilantro, chopped
2 Tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
2 Tablespoons Parsley, chopped
2 Tablespoons Fresh Florida lime juice
1 Tablespoon Olive oil
1 Tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
Salt to taste fresh cracked black pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
Combine first twelve ingredients for Tropical Relish & let stand for 30 minutes.
Pre-heat sauté pan over medium high heat; add olive oil, salt and pepper scallops.
Place seasoned scallops in sauté pan and let sear without stirring for approximately 1 minute; add shallots and garlic and stir.
Add wine and reduce liquid by half.
Add relish, quickly stir and remove from heat.
Serve Immediately!
Serves: 4-6 appetizer portions