Signature's Pan Seared Diver Scallops and Braised Fennel in Orange Broth
A "signature" dish from Chef Andrew Weissman at Signature at the La Cantera Resort in San Antonio -- pan seared diver scallops finished with butter and an aromatic blend of garlic, rosemary and thyme.
Course Appetizers, Entrées
Scallops:
- 4 scallops
- cooking oil
- Salt & Pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 sprig thyme
- 1 clove minced garlic
Braised Fennel:
- 1 lbs. Fennel quartered, cored
- 1 quart orange juice
- 4 oz. butter
- 1 oz. Pernod
- 1 oz. Red Wine Vinegar
- sugar to taste
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- fresh dill to taste
Sauce:
- 1 cup fennel braising liquid
- Red Wine Vinegar to taste
- butter to taste
- Salt & Pepper to taste
For the Scallops:
Dry scallops and season with salt and pepper.
Heat cooking oil in saute pan.
Sear scallops until golden brown on each side.
Finish scallops with butter, thyme and garlic.
Keyword Chef Andrew Weissman, diver scallops, scallops, Signature, Signature San Antonio