Pumpkin Risotto with Seared Scallops

Pumpkin Risotto with Seared Scallops

Risotto:

2tsp milliliters (ml) kosher salt
a pinch black pepper
1.25 g cinnamon
1.25 g nutmeg
1/2 g ancho chili powder
1 fresh sprig of thyme
1 fresh sprig sage
1/2 tsp pumpkin seasoning
355 grams (g) risotto
946 ml chicken broth
237 ml pumpkin puree
30 g butter
Topping: 2 tbsp Carandini Bianca Sweet White Vinegar + pepita seeds

Scallops:

454 grams (g) large scallops
60 grams (g) butter
1/2 tsp kosher salt

Suggested match

Bianca

Sweet White Vinegar

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Method

Place a stock pot over medium heat and add the chicken broth. Place a second pot over medium heat and add the butter, risotto, seasonings and the fresh herbs. Saute for a few minutes. Remove the thyme and sage. Ladle 1 cup of chicken stock at a time to the risotto. Once the risotto absorbs the chicken stock add more and continue to do this until all chicken stock is used. Mix in the pumpkin.
Meanwhile, place a large skillet over medium/high heat. Add the butter. Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel. Once the pan is heated up add the scallops. Sprinkle a little salt on top. Cook each side for approx 2 minutes or until golden brown.
Pour the risotto into a large serving bowl, top with scallops, drizzle Bianca Sweet White Vinegar on top and then sprinkle the pepita seeds.

Created for Carandini by Danielle Cochran @thesaltycooker

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