Seared Scallops with Spicy Papaya Sauce Recipe
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Seared Scallops with Spicy Papaya Sauce

By: CSHORES 
"I made this for my husbands birthday, and it was a hit. We both ooohed and aaahed throughout dinner."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.4 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (42)

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Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 small papaya - peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno peppers
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound sea scallops

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine papaya, red pepper, jalapeno onion, lime juice, cilantro, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large sealable bag, combine flour, black pepper, and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt. Add scallops, and shake to coat.
  3. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add scallops; cook and stir until golden. Serve scallops over papaya sauce.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 223 | Total Fat: 4.6g | Cholesterol: 68mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2004 by Esmee Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This is a great recipe if you are having guests over for dinner. Easy to make, impressive to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2004 by ABoston Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Like others, I skipped flouring the scallops and just seared them over medium-high heat for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 12, 2004 by DAVE HACHEY   view full review
This meal was absolutely delicious. The only thing we did different was lightly simmer the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2006 by Marissa's Mommy   view full review
I loved this recipe for how easy it was to make. I kept the salsa at room temp so it wouldn't...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2006 by bethanykate   view full review
This is really good - however, it does make a TON of sauce!! (and really, what else can you...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2005 by JLDUFF   view full review
I was very excited to make this recipe after reading all of the reviews, but I was a tad...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2004 by LisaA   view full review
Delicious! I made this for the first time when company came over and it was a big hit!! I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2004 by WISSA3   view full review
This was okay. I chose to flour and fry the scallops, if I make this again, I won't. I also...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2003 by HILARY2000   view full review
This recipe was ok. I made it last night for Valentine's day dinner and I expected a lot more...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 30, 2003 by MKLEIN18   view full review
really good. I would put less onion, and more Jalapeno, cilantro and of the other...

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