Scallops with Broccoli soup

Time

50'

Guest

4

Nutrition

Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin K Vitamin B9 (Folate)Vitamin B12 Potassium, Phosphorus,Selenium. Omega 3 & Zinc

Ingredients

  • 8 scollops (in the shells)
  • 8 pancetta rashers 
  • olive oil
  • 160g  broccoli
  • salt and pepper
  • For the Broccoli soup
  • 1 large head of green broccoli
  • Olive oil
  • 1 white onion, sliced
  • 1 garlic, chopped 
  • 1 stick of celery
  • 500 ml veggie stock 
  • 100ml Cream fresh 

 

 

Method

  • First make the soup.Chop the onion, celery and garlic into small pieces.
  • Add olive oil to the pan and soften the onion, celery and garlic, add the broccoli and let it stir fry for a minute or 2.
  • Add 500-600 ml of water and slowly simmer until the broccoli is cooked.Transfer to a blender and liquids until smooth.
  • Set aside for later.
  • Remove the scallops from the shells and discard the corals.Rinse the scallops well and pat them dry.
  • Wrap the pancetta strips around the edge of each scallop.
  • Heat a frying pan over a medium heat and add a splash of olive oil.
  • Add the scallops and pan fry them for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Add the broccoli and cook until soft.
  • Remove the scallops from the pan and drain well on kitchen paper.Keep the broccoli warm in the pan.
  • Reheat the soup and add seasoning and cream fresh to your liking.
  • Top with the scallops and garnish with a chopped parley and Salt and Pepper.