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Caribbean-Marinated Shrimp and Scallops

"Tantalize your taste buds with this tangy combination of shrimp and tender sea scallops marinated in citrus juice, jerk seasoning and basil. Serve chilled, on a bed of fresh greens, for a complete meal. It's also a perfect appetizer for entertaining."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (11)

Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound sea scallops
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper (red or yellow, or combination of both)
  • 3/4 cup minced red onion
  • 3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
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  • Marinade:
  • 1/3 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon McCormick® Caribbean Jerk Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon McCormick® Basil Leaves

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat; add scallops to hot pan and sear 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to medium bowl and chill. Saute shrimp in same pan 4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Transfer shrimp to another bowl and chill.
  2. Combine marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Add chilled shrimp, bell pepper, red onion, and green onions. Cut chilled scallops into quarters; add to bowl; toss well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 170 | Total Fat: 4.5g | Cholesterol: 121mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2005 by JENEPEREZ   view full review
I would not recommend this one to anybody.I thought this recipe tasted gross and i will never...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 4, 2005 by Kelly   view full review
Wow This recipe was great. I served it to friends and they really liked it over rice!! To take...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2006 by I Love to Eat   view full review
My husband did not care for this. I thought the flavoring was excellent. We both love jerk...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2008 by Cookin Kate   view full review
This was very easy. I added about a tsp of garlic powder to it. I marinated the shrimp and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 4, 2008 by sfsergey   view full review
Very good and pretty fast to make i'm a college student so speed is very necessary, and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 28, 2006 by alisha   view full review
I mixed this dish and the marinade in with Zanaran's Caribbean rice for a complete hot meal. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2006 by CRUISEM   view full review
This is an amazing recipe! Extremely easy to make and looks/tastes chef quality. Fantastic...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2006 by JEPHINER Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I made this recipe with a seafood medley that was supplied by my local fish monger. It turned...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2006 by ANGDRE02   view full review
This was great! I made it as an appetizer for the Superbowl and it went over great!! It's a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2006 by Geanne   view full review
absolutely yummy!!!!!!

 

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