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Asparagus with Scallops, Browned Butter and Prosciutto Recipe

Asparagus with Scallops, Browned Butter and Prosciutto Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 lb white asparagus, peeled
3 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 oz thinly sliced prosciutto , cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
1 lb sea scallops
salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 tsp finely grated lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth

Directions:

Cook the asparagus in a large sauce-pan of boiling salted water until tender, about 8 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the asparagus to a colander and leave the pan of water simmering on the stove.
Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet. Add the prosciutto and cook over low heat until crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer the prosciutto to a plate.
Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in the skillet. Add the scallops, season with salt and pepper and cook over moderately high heat until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the scallops to a plate.
Add the lemon zest to the skillet and cook over moderate heat until browned, about 1 minute. Add the lemon juice and simmer for 10 seconds. Add the stock and simmer, scraping the bottom of the skillet, until reduced to a rich glaze, about 3 minutes. Swirl in the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of butter. Return the scallops, along with any juices, to the skillet and cook over low heat until heated through.
Return the asparagus to the simmering water to heat through. Season the sauce with salt and pepper. Using tongs, transfer the asparagus to a large platter and spoon the scallops and sauce over it. Top with the fried prosciutto and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	258.51 Kcal (1082 kJ)
Calories from fat	107.24 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.92g	18%
Cholesterol	78.61mg	26%
Sodium	972.38mg	41%
Potassium	647.75mg	14%
Total Carbs	11.34g	4%
Sugars	2.8g	11%
Dietary Fiber	2.27g	9%
Protein	28.64g	57%
Vitamin C	9.8mg	16%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	4%
Iron	3.4mg	19%
Calcium	43.1mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	95.92 Kcal (402 kJ)
Calories from fat	39.79 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.42g	18%
Cholesterol	29.17mg	26%
Sodium	360.8mg	41%
Potassium	240.35mg	14%
Total Carbs	4.21g	4%
Sugars	1.04g	11%
Dietary Fiber	0.84g	9%
Protein	10.63g	57%
Vitamin C	3.6mg	16%
Iron	1.3mg	19%
Calcium	16mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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savory
bitter
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