Seared scallops with flavoured greens

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Serves 6

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Ingredients

2 tbsp rapeseed oil

3 shallots , diced

2 garlic cloves , crushed

zest and juice 2 lemons

300g dark greens , such as cavalo nero or kale, stalks removed then shredded

50g anchovies , chopped

9 large scallops , roe removed and halved horizontally

knob of butter

Method

Heat half the oil in a frying pan. Add the shallots, garlic and lemon zest, and fry gently until soft. Add the greens the anchovies, and cook for 5 mins until the leaves are wilted.

Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a non-stick pan, then add the scallops and fry for 1-2 mins on each side. Add the butter and lemon juice to the pan and swirl until the butter melts and you have a glossy sauce. Divide the cabbage and scallops between 6 plates and serve with the pan juices spooned over.