Sea Scallops With Spinach And Oranges

• 6 -8 large scallops
• 6 ounces Baby Spinach
• 2 navel oranges
• 5 large basil leaves, cut into thin strips
• 1 large shallot, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 3 ounces olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• fresh cracked black pepper
• kosher salt

1. Mix finely chopped shallots and garlic set aside.
2. Segment oranges and place segments in a small mixing bowl; add the thin strips of basil to the orange segments, add 1/2 of the finely chopped shallots & garlic to the orange segments; add 1-ounce of olive oil & cracked pepper,Gently Mix; set aside( this can be made early but most be at room temperature to serve).
3. Place TWO saute pans on medium-high heat; season scallops with salt and pepper; divide the remaining olive oil into the TWO preheated pans: In one pan, add butter,Add reserved garlic and shallots, Quickly stir for 10 to 15 SECONDS and Add spinach; saute 20 to 30 seconds; remove from heat and season.
4. In the other pan, Add the seasoned Scallops, sear for about 1 to 2 minutes, Flip over scallops and sear other side for about 1 to 2 minutes; remove from heat (do-not over cook). The center will look slightly translucent when cooked properly.
5. Place sauteed spinach in center of plate, arrange scallops and oranges around the spinach, Serve.

scallops, spinach, oranges, basil, shallot, garlic, olive oil, butter, black pepper, kosher salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/sea-scallops-with-spinach-and-oranges-115580 (may not work)