First rubbed with Red Chile Rub, then topped with a sweet mango salsa, these scallops are like yin and yang, a perfect balance between cool and spicy. When served, the scallops should look like they have been dusted with confetti, so when making the salsa, be sure to finely dice all of the vegetables.
Ingredients
- 3โ4 cup diced fresh mango
- 1โ4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1โ4 cup diced red onion
- 1โ4 cup thinly sliced scallions
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1โ2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1โ4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound large sea scallops (12)
- 2 tablespoons Red Chile Rub (below)
Red Chile Rub Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cumin seed
- 1 tablespoon coriander seed
- 1 tablespoon red chile flakes
- 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Set the EGG for direct cooking with the Cast Iron Grid.
Preheat the EGG to 500ยบF.
Using a wooden spoon, combine the mango, bell pepper, red onion, scallions, mint, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and stir well. Set aside.
Season the scallops generously with the chili rub and place on the Grid. Close the lid of the EGG and grill the scallops for about 2 minutes on each side, or until golden and lightly cooked. Transfer the scallops to a platter.
To assemble the dish, place 3 scallops on each plate and top with 1โ4 cup of the salsa. Serve immediately.
Serves 4
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