Orange Glazed Scallops

Elevate your seafood game with these irresistible Orange Glazed Scallops, a dish that combines restaurant-quality elegance with simple, approachable cooking techniques. Perfectly seared sea scallops boast a golden, caramelized crust, while the luscious orange glaze—made with fresh orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and a hint of garlic—delivers a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The quick 20-minute prep and cook time make this recipe ideal for weeknight dinners or impressive dinner parties alike. Serve these citrus-infused scallops over fluffy steamed rice or alongside a crisp salad for a vibrant, gourmet meal that's sure to wow your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound sea scallops
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Pat the sea scallops dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, sear the scallops in batches, about 2 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and opaque in the center. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and olive oil.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Stir in the orange juice, orange zest, honey, and soy sauce, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce to thicken it, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Return the scallops to the skillet and spoon the orange glaze over them. Cook for another minute to heat the scallops through and allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or a light green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	698.6 grams (698.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1107

Total Fat 56.50g	72%
Saturated Fat 19.00g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 248mg	83%
Sodium 4422mg	192%
Total Carbohydrate 59.10g	21%
Dietary Fiber 1.50g	5%
Total Sugars 27.60g
Protein 95.80g	192%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 107mg	8%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1830mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.1%

Protein: 34.0%

Carbs: 21.0%