Scallops With Spicy Garlic Sauce

Scallops With Spicy Garlic Sauce


1. Note: Japanese bonito-type soup stock granules; sold at Asian markets.

2. Cook asparagus in medium saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute.

3. Drain.

4. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat.

5. Add mushrooms and garlic; saute until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.

6. Add onion; stir 1 minute.

7. Add soy sauce, sake, hon-dashi and cayenne; simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.

8. Remove pan from heat.

9. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over high heat.

10. Season scallops with salt and pepper.

11. Add scallops to skillet and saute until almost cooked through, about 3 minutes.

12. Add asparagus and toss until heated through, about 1 minute.

13. Add sauce and simmer 1 minute.

14. Divide between 2 plates and serve.

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