Maine scallop season here! Check out this recipe for scallop sandwiches

brioche bun

🥗Healthier: whole grain bun

💰Cheaper: regular hamburger bun

Whole grain bun adds fiber, while regular buns are more affordable.

scallops

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: fish fillets

Shrimp provides a similar texture, while fish fillets are often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be more budget-friendly.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Start by searing the scallops in a cast iron pan.

Use clean fingers to handle the scallops.

Sear the scallops just to warm them up; they can also be eaten cold.

Prepare rolls for the sandwiches; you can scoop out some dough from the inside to make room for fillings.

Add mayonnaise or honey mustard to the rolls as a spread.

Cut the scallops into bite-sized pieces or leave them whole, based on preference.

Add lettuce to the sandwich.

Include tomato slices on the sandwich.

Optional: add coleslaw to the sandwich.

Optional: add pickled beets or pickled peppers for extra flavor.

Optional: sprinkle bacon on top of the scallops for a BLT-style sandwich.

Close the sandwich and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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