Seared Scallops with Passion Fruit Sauce

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  1. Seared Scallops with Passion Fruit Sauce:
    • This elegant dish combines perfectly seared sea scallops with a sweet and spicy passion fruit sauce.
    • Ingredients:
      • Scallops: Use sea scallops (about ½ pound).
      • Passion Fruit Sauce:
        • ¼ cup fresh passion fruit pulp with seeds (approximately 2 to 3 passion fruits).
        • ½ to 1 habanero pepper (seeded and diced, optional).
        • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.
        • 1 tablespoon agave.
        • 2 tablespoons sugar.
        • ¼ teaspoon salt.
      • Instructions:
        1. Blend all passion fruit sauce ingredients until smooth and transfer to a medium bowl.
        2. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
        3. Pat the scallops dry and toss them with oil, salt, and pepper.
        4. Sear the scallops for about 2 ½ minutes per side until golden brown.
        5. Add unsalted butter and baste the scallops as they finish cooking.
        6. Plate the scallops and top with the desired amount of passion fruit sauce.
    • Enjoy this impressive dish that balances sweet, spicy, and savory flavors! 🌟🍽️
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  2. Seared Scallops with Avocado Mousse and Passion Fruit Sauce:
    • Another sophisticated option combines seared scallops with creamy avocado mousse and refreshing passion fruit sauce.
    • Elements:
      • Seared Scallops: Use large or mini scallops (2-4 for appetizer, 5-6 for main course).
      • Avocado Mousse: A blend of avocado, cream cheese, lime, and salt.
      • Passion Fruit Sauce / Salsa: Sweet and salty sauce with sautéed shallots, sweet peppers, jalapenos, garlic, thyme, and passion fruit.
    • Instructions:
      1. Prepare the passion fruit salsa first (about 10 minutes).
      2. Make the avocado mousse (refrigerate while tackling the scallops).
      3. Sear the scallops (about 5 minutes).
      4. Serve this easy yet elegant dish for any special occasion! 🥑🍽️
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  3. Scallop Ceviche with Toasted Coconut and Passion Fruit:
    • For a refreshing twist, try scallop ceviche with a tropical flair.
    • Ingredients:
      • Scallops: Fresh scallops.
      • Marinade: Lime juice, red chili, and toasted coconut.
      • Garnish: Passion fruit, shallot, cilantro leaves, and sea salt.
      • Serve with sweet potato or plantain chips.
    • Instructions:
      1. Marinate scallops in lime juice and chili.
      2. Add toasted coconut and passion fruit.
      3. Garnish with shallot, cilantro, and sea salt.
      4. Serve with chips.
    • A light and zesty dish that celebrates the flavors of the sea and the tropics! 🌴🐟

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