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Easy Scallop Ramen for Two

A comforting ramen bowl with tender noodles, rich savory broth, and golden pan-seared scallops. This dish is perfect for cozy evenings and makes one of the best easy dinner recipes for two.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 packs ramen noodles
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • Filling
  • 8 sea scallops
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Topping
  • 1 cup baby bok choy
  • ½ cup kale or spinach
  • 1 small red chili sliced
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro
  • 1 green onion sliced
  • 1 teaspoon chili oil
  • Lemon wedges

Method
 

  1. Heat sesame oil in a pot and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  2. Add broth and soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add ramen noodles and cook until tender.
  4. Stir in bok choy and greens until softened.
  5. In a skillet, sear scallops in olive oil and butter for about 2 minutes per side.
  6. Divide ramen into bowls and top with scallops, herbs, and chili slices.

Notes

  • Pat scallops dry before searing for the best crust.
  • Seafood broth can replace chicken broth for deeper flavor.
  • Chili oil adds a gentle heat and aroma.
  • Noodles taste best when cooked fresh before serving.