Citrus-Glazed Scallop Brochettes
Citrus-Glazed Scallop Brochettes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) orange liqueur
- Zest and juice of 1 orange
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sugar
- 18 large scallops
- 1 lime, cut into 6 wedges
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chopped cilantro
- 10 wood skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a saucepan over high heat, bring the orange liqueur, zest, citrus juices and sugar to a boil. Reduce until syrupy. Let cool.
- Preheat the grill, setting the burners to medium.
- In a bowl, toss the scallops with half the citrus glaze. Thread 3 scallops and 1 lime wedge onto each skewer. Season with salt and pepper. Grill 1 to 2 minutes per side, depending on the size of the scallops.
- Place the brochettes on a serving platter. Brush with the remaining citrus glaze. Sprinkle with cilantro. Season with pepper. Serve over a small salad.
Citrus-Glazed Scallop Brochettes