Chewy black rice is the base for crisp-tender broccolini, silky and creamy Thai green coconut curry and perfectly seared scallops. Ready in 40 minutes, this is an easy meal that's sure to impress.
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Instructions
Cook rice according to package directions.
Green Coconut Curry Sauce
Heat 2 teaspoons coconut oil over medium-high in a sauté pan, add onion, serrano and ginger and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in curry paste and garlic and cook 30 seconds. Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce and honey; bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened and flavors have melded, about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in broccolini, cover and cook until tender, 8–10 minutes.
Pan-Seared Scallops
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat until just smoking.
Add half of the scallops and cook, without moving, until browned and naturally release, 1½–2 minutes, flip and cook until browned and naturally release, about another 1½ minutes; transfer scallops to a plate. Repeat process with remaining tablespoon vegetable oil and scallops.
To Serve
Divide rice, curry mixture and scallops between 4 serving bowls. Sprinkle with cilantro, basil and scallions. Serve with lime.
Notes
Make it vegan:
Skip the scallops altogether or top with seared tempeh. Edamame would also be a great addition to the sauce for an added boost of protein. Skip the fish sauce and add a tablespoon of liquid aminos.
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