Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds bay scallops
  • Salt to taste if desired
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
  • 3/4 cup peeled, seeded, diced fresh tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Method

  • Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Combine 1/4 cup of oil, shallots, tomatoes and vinegar in small saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Let simmer about 2 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in skillet and add scallops.
  • Cook, stirring often, about one minute or just until scallops lose their raw look.
  • Do not brown or overcook.
  • Spoon equal portion of scallops on 4 to 6 small serving dishes with tomato sauce spooned over.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve.