Tantalize your tastebuds with this healthy and delicious tropical inspired low FODMAP recipe for Seared Scallops with coconut rice, juicy pineapple, and fresh ginger. Yum!
I’m so excited to share this fresh and flavorful recipe for Seared Scallops with Coconut Rice from my fellow low FODMAP food blogger friend, Julie O’Hara of Calm Belly Kitchen.
But, having just returned from an Ah-mazzzzing Caribbean vacation to St. Lucia with my family {photos and recap to come soon!}, I couldn’t resist whipping up this tropical inspired recipe for Seared Scallops with Coconut Rice.
The flavors in this dish really come together deliciously, and, not to boast, but I discovered that I am a pro at searing scallops. #nomodestyhere
Hint, hint, if you haven’t tried these recipes before, you really should. They are all SO good!
Seared Scallops with Coconut Rice {Low FODMAP, Gluten-Free}
Seared Scallops w/ Coconut Rice + The Calm Belly Cookbook for IBS
Tantalize your tastebuds with this healthy and delicious tropical inspired low FODMAP recipe for Seared Scallops with coconut rice, juicy pineapple, and fresh ginger. Yum!
1/2packed cup cilantro leaves, some thin stems are okay, chopped
1tablespoonbutter
12-16sea scallops 9about 1 1/4 pounds)
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Add rice, water, coconut milk, and 1/2 tsp salt to a medium saucepan. Cover with a lid but leave it slightly askew so steam can escape (This prevents the coconut milk from bubbling up, which tends to happen.) Bring to a boil on high heat. Immediately reduce heat to lowest setting and shift the lid to cover the pan completely. Simmer until liquid is absorbed and rice is just tenter, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat and rest for 10 minutes with the lid on.
Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add bell peppers, season with salt and pepper, and cook tender, about 5 minutes. Add pineapples and ginger, and cook, stirring occasionally, until pineapples are lightly browned and ginger is fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Add rice and stir gently until heated through. Remove from heat and stir in about 2/3 of the cilantro.
Meanwhile, rinse the scallops thoroughly under cold water to remove any grit (you won't see it, but scallops can be sandy, so rinse to be on the safe side). Pull of the small muscle, which may still be attached to the sides of the scallops. Thoroughly dry the scallops with a paper towel (if they're wet, they won't brown as well). Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat half the butter and half the oil in a large, heavy skillet on medium-high heat (avoid nonstick skillets because you won't get that deeply browned "sear" on the scallops). Add half the scallops to avoid crowding the pan and cook until deep golden brown and opaque in the center, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining butter, oil, and scallops. Serve over rice with lime wedges, and garnish with remaining cilantro.
Notes
1.Black Japonica (or Forbidden) Rice is a delicious variety of rice, rich in antioxidants, and higher in fiber than white or brown rice. If you can't find it in the grocery store, feel free to substitute your favorite variety of rice.2. This recipe is very versatile: Not a fan of scallops? Sub in chicken tenders or shrimp. Following a vegetarian diet? Skip the scallops and add in macadamia nuts or scrambled eggs for protein. Or, both! Vegan? Sub the scallops for crispy pan fried firm tofu. On a Paleo or Grain Free diet? Sub the Forbidden Rice for Cauliflower Rice. Yum!
Disclosure: I was given a free copy of The Calm belly Kitchen Cookbook to review. I was not compensated to write this post. I always enjoy sharing my favorite finds with you!
Let’s chat!
Are you following a Low FODMAP diet? If so, what are you’re biggest challenges, if any, following it? Has it helped you with your IBS? What low FODMAP recipes are you interested in the most?
Do you eat scallops? What’s your favorite way to prepare them? Are you a pro at searing scallops too?
How’s your Summer been so far? Have you gone on any trips, or do you have any trips planned???
