Dive into a flavorful journey with these Spicy Coconut Curry Scallops! This dish features tender, succulent scallops cooked in a rich and creamy coconut curry sauce that’s infused with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. Perfectly balanced with a hint of heat and tang, it’s an exotic meal that’s easy to prepare and impressive enough for special occasions or a cozy dinner at home.
Let’s get started!
Ingredients
1 pound large scallops, cleaned
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
1 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 cup fresh spinach leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked jasmine rice (for serving)
Instructions:
Prepare the Scallops:
Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the scallops for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Make the Curry Sauce:
In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced red bell pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the red curry paste, ground turmeric, and ground cumin. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release the spices’ flavors.
Pour in the coconut milk and beef broth, stirring to combine.
Add the fish sauce and brown sugar, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
Combine and Cook:
Add the fresh spinach leaves to the curry sauce and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Return the seared scallops to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring they are heated through.
Stir in the fresh lime juice.
Serve:
Serve the spicy coconut curry scallops over cooked jasmine rice.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
