Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub

Name: Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 10 digby scallops; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; salt

Submitted by Barefoot Beachcomber

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Ready In:: 15mins
Ingredients:: 9
Serves:: 2

ingredients

¹⁄₂ teaspoon ground cumin
¹⁄₂ teaspoon chili powder
¹⁄₄ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¹⁄₂ teaspoon oregano
¹⁄₄ teaspoon paprika
10 digby scallops
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt

directions

Combine the herbs and spices in a small bowl.
Place the scallops on a side plate.
Add the olive oil and lime juice and turn scallops to coat.
Sprinkle one side of the scallops with the spice/herb mix.
Turn over and sprinkle the other side.
Cover and marinate 30 minutes in the fridge.
Preheat grill to medium-high.
Thread scallops on skewers; season with salt.
Lightly oil grill and cook skewers 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until just cooked through.

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Reviews

I wasn't real impressed with this rub. It didn't turn out nearly as tangy as I had expected and seemed to be missing something. I think it's important to carefully choose your side to go with this dish, something with lots of flavor as these scallops can't carry a meal on their own.

Lt. Amy
Fantastic! I actually followed the recipe and I'm glad I did. I chose to use Ancho Chili Powder I buy my spice blends whole and grind them just minutes before use. 2 skewers fit across the hibachi perfectly. (Never use a larger grill than necessary.) I served it with Sackville Girl's Lemon/Thyme Couscous #92312 and a loose leaf lettuce salad dressed with Key lime juice. Valhalla couldn't be better! Thanx for posting this great recipe. Pierre

Pierre Dance

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