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Seared Scallops with Creamy Noodles and Peas

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Seared Scallops with Creamy Noodles and Peas

Seared Scallops with Creamy Noodles and Peas

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Equipment

  • - Scallop Separating Paddle: A tool specifically designed to separate scallops while keeping them whole.

  • - High-Speed Blender: Ideal for making a smooth and creamy sauce or pea purée, which could complement the dish's flavors.

  • - Pasta Strainers: For draining pasta quickly to maintain its texture, crucial in this recipe.

  • - Chef's Knife: An essential tool for various preparation tasks such as chopping herbs or vegetables that might accompany the dish.

  • - Stainless Steel Saucepan: For sautéing scallops and potentially cooking pasta to al dente.

  • - Non-stick Skillet: Useful for searing scallops without sticking or breaking them apart.

  • - Potentiometer Kitchen Scale: Great for measuring ingredients accurately, especially when adjusting the recipe's proportions.

  • - Silicone Spatula: Ideal for stirring and folding ingredients without scratching surfaces or damaging non-stick coatings.

  • - Cuisinière (Stovetop): A versatile kitchen appliance that can be used for multiple cooking tasks required in this recipe, such as sautéing and simmering.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces medium egg noodles

  • 1 cup frozen peas

  • 3/4 pound large sea scallops (about 15; tough ligament removed from side of each if attached), halved horizontally

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1/2 cup dry white wine

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 2/3 cup heavy cream

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until almost al dente, about 5 minutes, then stir in peas and cook until noodles are al dente, about 2 minutes more. Drain in a colander, then transfer to a platter and keep warm, loosely covered with foil.
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Instruction 2

While noodles cook, pat scallops dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then add scallops. Increase heat to high and sear scallops, turning over once, until golden brown and just cooked through, 2 minutes total. Transfer to platter with noodles and keep covered.
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Instruction 3

Add wine to skillet and deglaze by boiling, stirring and scraping up any brown bits, 1 minute. Stir in water and cream and boil until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in chives and pour sauce over scallops and noodles.
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