Blackened Scallops

 

Ingredients for 4 servings:
1. 1 lb scallops
2. 1 shallot, peeled and chopped
3. 1 yellow pepper, diced
4. 1 green pepper, diced
5. 1 teaspoon paprika
6. 1 teaspoon black pepper
7. 1 teaspoon white pepper
8. 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
9. 1 teaspoon oregano
10. 1 teaspoon rosemary
11. 1 tablespoon olive oil
12. 1 pinch thyme
13. salt, to taste

Directions:
1. mix spices and herbs, (except salt) with oil in small bowl, set aside.
2. heat cast iron pan over high heat. when hot, add spice mixture to pan and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. add peppers and shallot mix and cook 2 min over high heat.
4. add scallops. mix well and cook 3 minutes over high heat. stir once during cooking and season with salt.
5. serve over hot pasta. if desired sprinkle with lemon juice.

Enjoy your meal!