Stir-Fried Scallops with Vegetables recipe

This Stir-Fried Scallops with Vegetables recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender scallops, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, it pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

For the Stir-Fry:

1 lb scallops (fresh or thawed, patted dry)

1 tbsp cornstarch

2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)

1 cup broccoli florets

1 bell pepper, sliced (red, yellow, or green)

1 small carrot, julienned

½ cup snap peas

2 green onions, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ginger, grated

For the Sauce:

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp oyster sauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp honey (or brown sugar)

¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth

1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water for thickening)

Instructions:

Prepare the Scallops

Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch to help them sear better.

Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear scallops for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.

 Stir-Fry the Vegetables

Add 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Stir-fry broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Add garlic, ginger, and green onions, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

 Add the Sauce & Scallops

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and broth.

Pour the sauce into the pan and stir well.

Add the cooked scallops back in, along with the cornstarch slurry, and toss to coat everything evenly.

Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

 Serve & Enjoy

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds or extra green onions.

Tips & Tricks:

Don’t Overcook Scallops – They cook quickly and become rubbery if overdone. Aim for a golden sear and remove from heat promptly.

Use Fresh Ingredients – Crisp vegetables add texture and contrast to the soft scallops.

Adjust Spice Level – Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.

Make It Gluten-Free – Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: ~280

Protein: 28g

Carbohydrates: 18g

Fat: 10g

Fiber: 3g

Sodium: ~500mg

Enjoy this light and flavorful Stir-Fried Scallops with Vegetables for a healthy, restaurant-quality meal at home!