Fructose Free Ginger-Scallion Seared Scallops
Sea scallops seared to a deep golden crust and finished in a fragrant ginger-scallion pan sauce — this dish feels genuinely restaurant-worthy while being completely approachable at home. The sauce leans on coconut aminos instead of soy sauce and uses bone broth as its savory base, which keeps the flavor rich and complex without any of the high-fructose ingredients that can sneak into bottled condiments and marinades. Arrowroot starch thickens everything into a glossy, spoonable coating that clings beautifully to each scallop. The key to that coveted golden crust is patting the scallops completely dry before they hit a screaming-hot pan — skip that step and you get steam instead of sear, so it's worth the extra minute. Fresh ginger and turmeric bring warmth and a subtle earthiness, while a splash of apple cider vinegar keeps the sauce bright rather than heavy. Lime wedges and a scatter of dark green scallion tops at the end add a little freshness that makes the whole plate pop. It comes together quickly and elegantly, making it just as fitting for a weeknight dinner as it is for impressing guests.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb large dry-packed sea scallops (about 12–16 scallops), side muscle removed
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 4 scallions, white and light green parts thinly sliced, dark green tops reserved for garnish
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ cup homemade broth or aip-compliant bone broth
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tsp cold water
- 1 tsp coconut oil
For serving
- scallion dark green tops, thinly sliced (optional)
- lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the scallops thoroughly dry on all sides with paper towels, then season evenly with the fine sea salt. Set aside on a clean plate while you prepare the sauce ingredients.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the arrowroot starch and cold water until smooth. Set the slurry aside.
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