Pepper jelly scallops with Havarti
This elegant appetizer combines buttery seared scallops with the creamy richness of Canadian Havarti cheese and a touch of heat from hot pepper jelly. The result is a perfect balance of creamy, spicy, and savory flavors — a simple yet sophisticated dish ideal for entertaining.
Preparation time
10 minutes
Cooking time
2 – 4 minutes
Yield
18 bites
Nutritional information
Energy
84 Calories
Protein
9 g
Carbohydrate
3 g
Fat
4 g
Fibre
0 g
Sodium
279 mg
Top 5 Nutrients
(% DV*)
Calcium
4 % / 49 mg
Vitamin B12
45 %
Phosphorus
21 %
Selenium
19 %
Zinc
9 %
*percentage of daily value
Ingredients
- 2–2½ oz (60–75 g) Canadian Havarti
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
- 18 large scallops
- 1 1/2 tbsp (25 mL) hot pepper jelly
Preparation
- Thinly slice the Havarti. Cut each slice into squares about the same size as the scallops.
- Heat butter in a skillet on medium heat until foaming. Cook scallops 1–2 minutes each side.
- Arrange scallops on a plate. Top each with a Havarti square and a small amount of hot pepper jelly.
- Serve with seafood forks.
Cheese alternatives: Canadian Colby, Brick, Cheddar, Gouda, Mozzarella.
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