Scallop Pasta with Smoky Peruvian Sauce
A fusion dish that combines the flavors of Peru with the freshness of scallops. This dish is a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- ●8 oz pasta
- ●12 scallopsfresh or frozen
- ●1/2 cup smoky peruvian sauce
- ●1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- ●2 tbsp lime juice
- ●1 tbsp olive oil
- ●1 clove garlicminced
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste pepper
Instructions
- 1
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the scallops to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until cooked through.
- 4
Add the smoky peruvian sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
- 5
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce and scallops.
- 6
Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
Serve the pasta hot, topped with additional cilantro if desired.