Appetizers, Dips and Snacks: Appetizers and Tapas: Scallops with Spicy Papaya Sauce

A colorful combination served as a main dish or as an appetizer.

Author: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Date: December 11, 2012

Serves: 4 person(s)
Yield: 4 x 1-cup servings

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

1 small papaya, peeled, seeded & chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 red onion, chopped
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp minced jalapeño peppers
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 lb sea scallops
1 dash of salt
1 dash of black pepper, or to taste
1 Tbsp olive oil

Directions:

PAPAYA SAUCE: In a medium bowl, combine papaya, red bell pepper, onion, lime juice, cilantro, and jalapeño. Set aside.

SCALLOPS: In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, scallops, salt, and black pepper, and shake to coat.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and add scallop mixture; cook and stir until golden. Place scallops over papaya sauce and serve immediately.

Variations:

SERVED AS AN APPETIZER: Serves 8 (per appetizer serving: 86 calories, 2g fat, 10g protein, 6g carbs, 19mg chol, 173mg sodium)