Scallop Crudo with Yuzu, Basil and Lime

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Scallop Crudo with Yuzu, Basil and Lime

Thinly sliced raw scallops get a boost of flavor from a simple sauce of lime juice, yuzu kosho and Thai basil. Be sure to grab the freshest, highest-quality scallops you can find —it's the secret to this refreshing summer dish.

Prep Time15

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Italian

Servings:

Calories: 124kcal

Author: Leigh Anderson

Ingredients

8 large very fresh, dry-packed sea scallops
8-10 Thai basil leaves or Italian basil
2 teaspoons yuzu kosho see note
2 tablespoons good quality olive oil
1 lime
1 orange
flakey sea salt

Instructions

Remove and discard the fibrous side muscle attached to each scallop. With a very sharp knife slice the scallops horizontally into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
Arrange the scallop rounds onto a large plate or platter. Top each slice with a very small (about 1/16th of a teaspoon) dollop of yuzu kosho. Drizzle olive oil lightly across the scallops followed by a light dusting of lime and orange zest. Scatter the basil leaves over top then season with flakey sea salt and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve right away.

Notes

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions:

Scallops: Fresh, dry scallops—this means they haven't been frozen or soaked in a preservative brine. Dry scallops are a bit harder to find and more expensive than frozen scallops but they're 100% worth the extra effort and cost. Your best bet for tracking down high-quality scallops is to go directly to the most reputable fish monger or seafood seller in your area. In Los Angeles, my go-to supplier is Luxe Seafood. Alternatively, you can order them online and have them shipped.
Yuzu Kosho: Yuzu kosho is a Japanese condiment made with yuzu zest, chiles, and salt. It’s spicy, citrusy, and savory, and can be used as a finishing touch or stirred into sauces and marinades. It's a great way to add a kick to any dish. Yuzu kosho can be found in Asian grocery stores or online.
Thai Basil: Italian basil will work just fine, you could also use other leafy green herbs like mint or cilantro.

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