Scallops on a Bed Of Red Onions

Published June 17, 1989

Total Time
35 minutes
Rating
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Ingredients

Yield:3 servings
  • 1 ½ pounds red onions

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ⅓ cup water

  • 2 teaspoons sugar

  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 pound bay or calico scallops

  • 1 clove garlic, chopped, or ½ teaspoon minced garlic in oil

  • 2 tablespoons dry vermouth

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Nutritional analysis per serving (3 servings)

30 grams carbs; 36 milligrams cholesterol; 259 calories; 3 grams monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 6 grams fat; 4 grams fiber; 604 milligrams sodium; 21 grams protein; 13 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel and slice onions very thin.

  2. Step 2

    Saute onions in nonstick pan in hot oil over medium-high heat until they soften, 10 to 12 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add water and sugar. Cover and cook over low heat until water evaporates, about 12 to 15 minutes longer. Sprinkle with lemon juice and pepper.

  4. Step 4

    Wash and drain scallops. Add scallops and garlic to onions and cook for 2 or 3 minutes, depending on size of scallops.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in vermouth; raise heat and cook quickly for 30 seconds.

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No sugar, lemon juice (or vermouth), garlic and amontillado at the end of step 3, cook scallops separately. Delicious!

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