Caribbean Marinated Shrimp and Scallops
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound sea scallops
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup diced bell pepper (red and yellow)
3/4 cup minced red onion
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
Fresh salad greens
Marinade:
1/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Caribbean Jerk Seasoning, to taste
1 teaspoon basil leaves
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat; add scallops to hot pan and sear 2 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to medium bowl and chill. Saute shrimp in same pan 4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Transfer shrimp to another bowl and chill.
Combine marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Add chilled shrimp, bell pepper, red onion, and green onions. Cut chilled scallops into quarters; add to bowl; toss well. Cover and refrigerate at least one hour.
Serve on a bed of salad greens.
Yield: 8 servings

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