Scallop Cakes

By CheeseDiva

Ingredients

• Cilantro Mayo, recipe follows:
• 2 finely diced shallots
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 pounds fresh sea scallops
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons bread crumbs
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh chives
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Process until cilantro is fine. Add mayonnaise and process just until blended. Season with salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

In a small skillet saute onion in butter over medium heat until translucent. Cool.
Place scallops in food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped or chop by hand. Transfer to large bowl and add remaining ingredients, except vegetable oil. Add in the cooled onions.
Cook's Note: Mixture should not be too loose. If necessary, add a bit more flour or another egg.
Shape the mixture into small burgers, approximately 2 inches in diameter. Place on a waxed paper lined sheet tray, cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add scallop sliders and cook until browned and cooked through. Top with a bit of Cilantro Mayo. Serve warm or at room temperature.