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Poached Scallops with Mango Salsa
16 large uncooked scallops, dry packed
32 mini fillo shell cups
Court Bouillon (see recipe)
Mango Salsa (see recipe) or use purchased mango salsa
Poach scallops in court-bouillon and set aside to cool. When scallops are cool, cut in half (or quarters, depending on their size) and place one piece in each of the fillo cups. Add ½ teaspoon or so of mango salsa.
Top with a cilantro leaf and serve. Makes 32 appetizers
Mango Salsa
2 small mangoes, peeled, pitted, and cut into ¼ inch dice
¾ cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
½ teaspoon grated lime peel
? teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Mix all ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.(Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)