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Smoky ancho chilli meets the zing of fresh lime and the crunch of charred corn in these irresistible Mexican street-style scallops with a coriander and mint salsa.

Mexican street-style scallops with a coriander and mint salsa

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This dish is a love letter to Mexico’s coastline — the sweetness of seared scallops playing against the gentle smokiness of Greenfields Ancho Chilli, with pops of charred corn and a herby salsa that brings sunshine to the table. It’s the sort of recipe you might expect to stumble upon at a tucked-away beach shack after a morning of swimming — bold, bright, and just the right side of indulgent. Perfect for impressing friends who’ve eaten “a bit of Mexican” but are ready for something that feels more special.

Serves 4

Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 10 mins

  • 16 large scallops, cleaned and dried

  • 1 tsp Greenfields Ancho Chilli

  • 1 tsp Greenfields Smoked Paprika

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 corn on the cob, husks removed

  • 1 avocado, diced

  • Juice and zest of 1 lime

  • 2 spring onions, finely sliced

  • Sea salt, to taste

For the coriander & mint salsa:

  • 1 small bunch coriander

  • 1 small bunch mint leaves

  • 1 green chilli, deseeded if mild heat desired

  • 1 garlic clove

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

  • Pinch of Greenfields Ground Cumin

  • Sea salt, to taste

  • Heat a griddle pan until smoking hot. Brush corn lightly with olive oil and grill, turning, until charred on all sides (about 8 minutes). Slice kernels from the cob and set aside.

  • Make the salsa: blitz coriander, mint, green chilli, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt in a food processor until smooth and vibrant. Adjust seasoning.

  • In a small bowl, mix ancho chilli, smoked paprika, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Pat scallops dry and rub with the spice oil.

  • Heat a non-stick frying pan over high heat. Sear scallops for 1 minute each side until caramelised but still just translucent in the centre.

  • Toss charred corn kernels with avocado, lime juice, zest, spring onions, and a pinch of salt.

  • Arrange scallops on a platter, spoon over the corn and avocado salad, and drizzle generously with the herb salsa.

Scallops cook very quickly — don’t be tempted to overcook or they’ll toughen. This salsa also works beautifully as a dressing for grilled chicken or halloumi.

Calories: 290 kcal
Protein: 20g
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fibre: 3g
Salt: 0.9g

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Feels like eating in a beachside café in Mexico — the flavours are so fresh!

Sweet scallops. Smoky ancho chilli. Zingy lime. Sunshine on a plate. Who says dinner can’t feel like a holiday? 🌊🌽🍤

Foodies who love seafood with a twist, adventurous home cooks, and anyone who enjoys a plate that feels like a holiday.

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