Stir-Fried Scallops with Vegetables recipe

Stir-Fried Scallops with Vegetables recipe

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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.

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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!