Scallops On Homemade Potato Chips Recipes

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH TRUFFLED POTATO CELERY ROOT PUREE

Steps:

• Melt the unsalted butter in a medium (10-inch) saute pan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add the leeks and saute for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not browned. Add the potatoes, celery root, heavy cream, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to very low, cover the pan, and simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender. Be careful?don't let the vegetables scorch on the bottom of the pan!
• In two batches, pour the leek and potato mixture into the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade and pulse until coarsely pureed. Return the puree to the saute pan, stir in the truffle butter, taste for seasonings, and keep warm over very low heat. If the puree gets too thick, add a little more heavy cream.
• If it hasn't already been removed, peel off the tough strip of muscle on the side of each scallop. Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season them generously on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat a large (12-inch) saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the grapeseed oil and, when the oil is almost smoking hot, add the scallops in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes, until golden brown on the bottoms. Don't crowd the scallops or they'll steam rather than sear. Using a small metal spatula, turn the scallops and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, until just cooked through.
• Spoon the warm puree onto 3 dinner plates. Place the scallops on the puree, drizzle with the basil oil, and sprinkle with the chives. Serve warm.

HOMEMADE POTATO CHIPS

Steps:

• Using a vegetable peeler or metal cheese slicer, cut potatoes into very thin slices. Place in a large bowl; add ice water and salt. Soak for 30 minutes., Drain potatoes; place on paper towels and pat dry. In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, celery salt and pepper; set aside. , In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1-1/2 in. oil to 375°. Fry potatoes in batches until golden brown, 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. , Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Immediately sprinkle with seasoning mixture. Store in an airtight container.

PLANTAIN CHIPS WITH SPICY SCALLOPS

Steps:

• Place oil in a deep stainless steel pot and heat to 350 degrees F. Place chips in the hot oil and fry until crisp, about 3 minutes. Remove and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Sprinkle with salt while still warm.
• In a stainless steel bowl mix all ingredients together until well incorporated and season with salt and pepper. Cover and place in refrigerator for 2 hours to marinate.
• To serve, lay plantain chips individually on a platter and top with 1 scallop. Garnish each 1 with a cilantro leaf.

SCALLOPS ON HOMEMADE POTATO CHIPS

Steps:

• Melt butter over medium heat and sauté; the shallots, garlic and pancetta until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the peas and stock and boil till liquid has evaporated. Purée in a food processor and season with salt and pepper.
• Peel potatoes and place in a bowl of water. In a deep, heavy kettle, heat 1 inch of oil until very hot. Wipe potatoes dry and slice 1/8-inch thick. (Do this at the last minute so the slices don't discolor.) Working in small batches, dry the slices thoroughly and fry until each is very crisp and golden brown. Drain and sprinkle with salt.
• Season the scallops with salt and pepper and toss in olive oil. Place a ridged grill pan over high heat and let it get extremely hot. A few at a time, sear the scallops for 5 to 10 seconds per side.
• Place a dollop of warm pea purée on each of 48 of your nicest, crispest chips. Put a scallop on top. Sprinkle each with pepper and mint and serve immediately.

EASY SEARED SCALLOPS

Steps:

• Season scallops with salt and pepper.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add scallops and sear until browned on the bottom and moisture appears on the top, about 2 minutes. Flip and sear for 2 minutes on the other side.
• Reduce heat to medium. Add shallots and garlic; stir until shallots are lightly browned, about 2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic. Add wine and stir until the liquid starts to reduce, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

CHEESY POTATO SCALLOP

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F
• Place veg in large saucepan and add just enough water to cover. (Like just a skim) Bring to a boil on med-high heat, and cook for about 8-10 minutes.
• Melt butter in saucepan on med heat. Stir in flour, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir for about one minute. Add milk and blend well. Bring to a boil on med heat and cook until thick - stir constantly. Add cheese and reduce to low heat, cook until cheese is melted - stir constantly.
• Place half of the veg mix in greased casserole dish. Cover with half of the cheese sauce - repeat. Cover.
• Bake for 30 minutes covered, then for an additional 15-30minutes.