Scallops With Chipotle-Orange Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 lbs large scallops, approx. 16
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/2 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 1/2 teaspoon orange zest, finely grated
• 1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup green onion, chopped

Directions

1. 1

   Melt 1 tblsp. butter in large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.

2. 2

   Season scallops with paprika and 1/8 teaspoon salt.

3. 3

   Add scallops to pan and cook quickly approximately 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Do not overcook scallops!

4. 4

   Remove from pan and set aside, keep warm.

5. 5

   Add orange juice, zest and chile to pan, scraping to loosen browned bits.

6. 6

   Bring to a boil, cook about 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Add remaining butter and salt, stirring with a whisk until sauce is smooth.

8. 8

   Serve scallops with sauce, sprinkle with onions.

9. 9

   Recommend serving with rice and steamed broccoli florets.