Scallops & Grits
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Serves: 4
 
Ingredients
  • 1 lb dry sea scallops, small side muscle removed (see directions in post)
  • 1 tbsp. butter
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 cup old fashioned grits
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1¼ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • ¼ tsp. paprika
  • ½ tsp. fresh ground pepper
  • 1 tbsp. fresh parsley
  • hot sauce
  • salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Start by making grits. In a medium sized saucepan add milk, chicken broth, and about ½ tsp. salt.
  2. Bring to boil and stir in grits. Turn down heat to simmer.
  3. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes stirring occasionally to keep from sticking.
  4. Once done, turn off heat and stir in cheese, chili powder, paprika, pepper and more salt if desired.
  5. Stir until melted and incorporated.
  6. Meanwhile season scallops with a little salt and pepper.
  7. Heat cast iron skillet over high heat and add butter and olive oil.
  8. Once hot add scallops but keep from touching.
  9. Sear for 1½ minutes per side.
  10. Serve hot over grits.
  11. Top with parsley and hot sauce.
Recipe by Cuisine & Cocktails at https://www.cuisineandcocktails.com/scallops-grits/