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Scallop Kinilaw with XoXo
Chef Marvin Palomo won the Fine Dining Lovers Food for Thought Award award for the North America Region.
ingredients
Marvin Palomo is chef de cuisine at 7 Enoteca in Toronto. He started a business selling his own XO Sauce (XOXOsauce), which he learned how to make in Hong Kong. His aim was to create a concept where he was able to do something he was passionate about, but at the same time give back to the community. So each month a percentage of his profits is donated to a different charity. This recipe is his version of a 'kinilaw', which is a Filipino-style ceviche using fresh Canadian scallops and Palomo's own XoXoSauce. Follow the steps and learn how it's done.
Step 01
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Dice scallop.
Step 02
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Marinate and slighty cook scallop with lime zest, lime juice, grated ginger and a pinch of salt.
Step 03
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For Coconut XoXo sauce
Mix the coconut milk, 1 tablespoon of Xo sauce, chopped chives, brunoise shallot and fish sauce together.
Step 04
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Plating
Place marinated scallop on shell or bowl.
Step 05
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Spoon over 'Coconut Xo sauce'
Step 06
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Thinly slice heirloom tomato and place on top of the scallop.
Step 07
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Garnish with thai basil, coriander, and chives.
Step 08
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Finish with olive oil.
Step 09
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The final dish.
