20 Minute Honey Garlic Butter Scallops and Orzo.
Ingredients
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
- juice from 1 lemon
- 8 ounces feta cheese, cubed
- 1 1/2 pounds large scallops
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives
- baby arugula and or micro greens, for serving
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Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and toss with the dill, lemon juice, feta, and a pinch each of salt and pepper.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and toss with the dill, lemon juice, feta, and a pinch each of salt and pepper.
- 2. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the scallops and sear on both sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, the honey, garlic, ginger, jalapeño, and cayenne. Cook 1-2 minutes or until the garlic is fragrant. Add the butter and toss to coat. Remove from the heat and stir in the basil.
- 3. Divide the orzo among plates. Spoon the scallops and any sauce left in the pan over the orzo. Sprinkle with chives and arugula. Enjoy!
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