Seared Scallop Roll

Serves: 6 people
Skill:
Intermediate:
Food:
Seafood

Ingredients

  • Main

Fire up your Kamado Joe and get ready for a next-level lunch! This simple, fresh scallop roll is a must-try, featuring buttery scallops and vibrant flavors cooked over live fire. Perfectly seared on the Kamado Joe Half-Moon Soapstone, this one’s all about bold flavor and irresistible texture.

Instructions

    Preheat the Grill

  1. 01

    Stabilize your Kamado Joe grill at 450°F for high-heat cooking.

  2. Preheat the Grill

  3. 02

    Place the Kamado Joe Half-Moon Soapstone inside and allow it to absorb heat with the dome closed.

  4. Season the Scallops

  5. 03

    Use U-10 dry-packed scallops for optimal texture and flavor.

  6. Season the Scallops

  7. 04

    Sprinkle with Lane’s Kunami seasoning, which includes citrus, ginger, togarashi, and seaweed for a bold umami punch.

  8. Heat the Soapstone & Test for Searing:

  9. 05

    Drizzle a small amount of oil directly onto the soapstone, not on the scallops.

  10. Heat the Soapstone & Test for Searing

  11. 06

    Test the surface heat by placing one scallop down—listen for an immediate sizzle. If it doesn’t sear right away, leave the lid open for a few minutes to increase surface heat.

  12. Sear the Scallops

  13. 07

    Once the soapstone is at the right temperature, place all scallops onto the surface.

  14. 08

    Let them sear undisturbed until a golden crust forms (about 1-2 minutes).

  15. 4. Sear the Scallops

  16. 09

    Season the exposed side while the first side sears.

  17. Flip & Finish Cooking the Scallops

  18. 10

    Gently flip each scallop to a new hot spot on the soapstone to maximize caramelization.

  19. 11

    Sear for another minute until fully cooked but still tender. Remove from the heat and let rest.

  20. Prepare the Scallop Salad

  21. 12

    In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped celery, chopped fresh dill & chives.

  22. 13

    Slice the scallops into bite-sized pieces and gently fold them into the sauce mixture.

  23. Scallop Rolls

  24. 14

    Use traditional top-cut lobster rolls for an authentic feel. Place them on the soapstone and lightly toast until golden brown.

  25. Scallop Rolls

  26. 15

    Spoon the scallop salad generously into the roll, slightly overflowing for that signature “Mohawk” look.

  27. 16

    For an extra layer of texture, top with crushed potato chips—a fun, approachable contrast to the delicate scallops.