Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.25 cup

Prepared risotto

cooked in dashi

2 tbsp

Uni puree

reduced cream

2 unit

Scallops

dayboat or Japanese

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

White pepper

to taste

1 tbsp

Vegetable oil

2 piece

Fresh uni

1 tsp

Ikura

salmon roe

1 tsp

Truffle vinaigrette

store-bought or homemade

Step 1
~4 min

Prepare risotto cooked in dashi.

Step 2
~4 min

Stir in the uni puree to coat the risotto as it finishes cooking.

Step 3
~4 min

Set aside and keep warm.

Step 4
~4 min

Remove the \"foot\" of the scallops and pat them dry.

Step 5
~4 min

Season scallops with salt and pepper.

Step 6
~4 min

Heat oil in a small saute pan over medium-high heat.

Step 7
~4 min

Add scallops and sear until golden brown on 1 side.

Step 8
~4 min

Turn scallops over and sear on the other side until golden brown and just cooked through in the middle.

Step 9
~4 min

Remove from the heat and keep warm.

Step 10
~4 min

Place risotto in a bowl.

Step 11
~4 min

Top with seared scallops.

Step 12
~4 min

Carefully position a piece of fresh uni on each of the scallops.

Step 13
~4 min

Garnish with ikura.

Step 14
~4 min

Drizzle with truffle vinaigrette.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the scallops; they should be slightly translucent in the center.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Risotto can be made ahead, but scallops should be cooked fresh.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately while warm.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Green salad with light vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan/Italy

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Japanese and Italian culinary traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Special occasions
Celebratory meals

Occasion Tags

Date Night
Anniversary
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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