Scallops with Lemon Caper Orzo
Ingredients
FOR THE SCALLOPS
- 1 lb fresh scallops
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and Pepper
FOR THE SAUCE
- 16 oz orzo
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/2 cup parsley
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 5 anchovy fillets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon
- 1 tsp red peppers
- Salt and Pepper
FOR THE SCALLOPS
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan.
- Dry the scallops with a paper towel and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned being careful while flipping and to not overcook.
- Set cooked scallops in foil and seal until after sauce is prepared.
FOR THE SAUCE
- Boil a pot of water then cook and strain orzo.
- Sauté garlic, anchovies, capers, lemon zest, and red peppers for a few minutes.
- After anchovies have dissolved, add parsley and cook another 2 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and chicken broth then allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and 1/4 cup water
- Allow to simmer for a few minutes as sauce thickens, stirring regularly to prevent sticking to pan.
Combine orzo and sauce in a large bowl.
Top each plate of orzo with a few scallops and serve warm