High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Ginger-Scallion Seared Scallops
Seared scallops feel like a restaurant splurge, but this version comes together in a single skillet with a bright, savory sauce that's completely free of the sneaky sweeteners hiding in most bottled condiments and store-bought sauces. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for soy sauce, delivering that deep umami hit without any high fructose corn syrup or refined additives. The sauce builds fast — ginger and scallions bloom in the pan, then apple cider vinegar, turmeric, and bone broth deglaze all those golden bits left behind from the sear, and a quick arrowroot slurry pulls it all into a glossy, spoonable finish. Getting that perfect crust on the scallops is the real trick here, and the recipe nails it: dry-packed scallops, a screaming-hot pan, and the patience to leave them completely undisturbed for two full minutes. The result is a caramelized, deeply golden exterior with a just-set, buttery center that's genuinely hard to beat. A squeeze of lime over the top at the end cuts through the richness and makes every element pop. Clean ingredients, zero compromise on flavor — this one earns a permanent spot in the weeknight rotation.
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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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