Curry-Citrus Cauliflower Soup with Seared Scallops and Crispy Shallots

Here’s a hearty, savory soup sure to keep you comfy and cozy on those cold winter nights. And if you’re a fan of scallops, it’s a double delight for seafood lovers like you!

This ingredient-rich recipe comes at the courtesy of My Recipes.com: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/curry-citrus-cauliflower-soup-with-seared-scallops-crispy-shallots.  

Prep time: 7 min. Cook time: 48 min. Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients:

  • 3 shallots, sliced
  • 7 tablespoons canola oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper, divided
  • 1 small head cauliflower
  • 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, chopped
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ tablespoons Madras curry powder
  • Pinch of saffron threads
  • 6 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 16 sea scallops
  • Garnish: fresh mint leaves

Directions:

1. Separate shallot rings, and pat dry with paper towels.


2. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add  shallots, and cook 9 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Drain shallots on paper towels; sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt. Set aside.


3. Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon white pepper, cauliflower, and next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.


4. Process half of mixture in a blender until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides. Repeat procedure with remaining mixture. Return purée to Dutch oven. Stir in orange and lemon juices. Keep warm.


5. Heat remaining 4 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Combine remaining ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon white pepper with flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge scallops in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Cook scallops in pan 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.


6. Ladle soup into 4 shallow bowls; place 4 scallops in the center of each bowl, and sprinkle with crispy shallots. Garnish, if desired.

 

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