Broiled Scallops with Paprika
Serves: 4
Scallops are elegant and light and are never better than when
broiled perfectly so that they are soft and tender on the inside and lightly crunchy on the
outside. We season them with lemon and paprika for an elegant meal that goes best with a glass
of wine and candlelight. Buy creamy-looking sea scallops from a merchant you trust. They must
be fresh with virtually no odor. Avoid scallops that are bright, bright white, which means
they have been soaked in a preservative solution. While harmless, the solution dilutes the
scallop's already delicate flavor.
Calorie: 200, Proteins: 40 g, Total Fat: 3 g, Fiber: 0 g.
Preparation
Preheat the broiler. Spray a broiling pan with olive oil cooking
spray.
Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Lay
the scallops in a single layer on the broiling pan and broil 2 inches from the heat source for
4 to 5 minutes, turning at least once, until lightly browned and cooked through and opaque.
The scallops will cook quickly and should be watched closely.
Meanwhile, mix together the lemon juice, water, and paprika. Drizzle
lemon juice sauce over each serving of hot scallops. Pass any leftover sauce on the side.