Imagine a dish that transports you to a tropical paradise with every single bite - a culinary masterpiece that combines the delicate sweetness of fresh seafood with a vibrant, tangy dressing that dances on your palate. This Seafood with Ginger Lime Dressing isn't just a recipe; it's a quick, elegant escape from mundane meals that will elevate your home cooking from ordinary to extraordinary in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb seafood (scallops, shrimp, or fish)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the seafood by patting it dry with paper towels to ensure a crisp sear. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together minced ginger, lime juice, soy sauce, and honey to create the dressing. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering and hot.
- Carefully place the seafood in the hot pan, ensuring pieces are not overcrowded. For scallops, cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. For shrimp, cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. For fish, cook 3-4 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Remove seafood from pan and place on a serving plate.
- Drizzle the prepared ginger lime dressing over the cooked seafood, ensuring even coverage.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while the seafood is hot and the dressing is fresh.
Tips
- Pat your seafood completely dry before cooking to achieve that perfect golden-brown sear. Moisture is the enemy of crispy, beautifully caramelized seafood!
- Use a hot pan and don't overcrowd - this ensures each piece cooks evenly and develops a delicious crust.
- Watch cooking times carefully: seafood cooks quickly and can become rubbery if overdone. Scallops and shrimp need just 2-3 minutes per side.
- For the most vibrant flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice and freshly minced ginger.
- Serve immediately after drizzling the dressing to maintain the bright, zingy flavors and optimal seafood texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
