Ingredients

  • 18 ounces sea scallops, cut into 3/4-inch dice
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons fresh grapefruit juice
  • 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
  • 1 tablespoon almond or hazelnut oil
  • 1 Thai chile or jalapeno, seeded and minced
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper

Method

  • In a medium bowl, toss the scallops with the citrus juices, grapeseed and almond oils and chile and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and refrigerate until the scallops are opaque, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, roast the bell pepper directly over a gas flame or under the broiler, turning, until charred all over.
  • Transfer the pepper to a bowl, cover and let steam for 10 minutes.
  • Peel the pepper and cut it into 1/2-inch dice.
  • Add the roasted pepper to the scallops, season with salt and pepper and stir.
  • Serve the scallops in large spoons, small bowls or scallop shells set on a bed of ice.