almost <\/em>there with just a wee bit of bite to it. Adjust the seasoning before adding a final ladle of stock, lemon zest and creme fraiche. Turn off the heat and leave whilst you cook the scallops (keep stirring every now and then).<\/p>\n– Heat a little oil in a frying pan until hot (but not quite smoking) and add the scallops. Fry for 60 seconds on each side before serving with the risotto and asparagus. Italians can be very sniffy about having cheese with fish but if you want to add Parmesan I say go for it. It’s your dinner.<\/p>\n
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