ingredients
makes 15
15 scallops on the half shell
1 teaspoon finely grated lime rind
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 red chillies, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
method
1. Take the scallops off their half shells. If the scallops need to be cut off the shells, use a small, sharp paring knife to carefully slice the attached part away from the shell, being careful to leave as little scallop meat on the shell as possible. Remove the dark vein and white muscle from the scallops, and wash the shells.
2. In a bowl, mix together the lime rind, garlic, chilli, lime juice, parsley and olive oil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place the scallops in the dressing and stir to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours to 'cook' the scallop meat.
3. To serve, slide each of the scallops back onto a half shell and spoon the dressing over the top. Serve cold.
