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Cedar plank scallops and grilled leeks

Ingredients

  • 8 king Scallops 
  • 1 leek 
  • 4 large Jerusalem artichokes  
  • rapeseed oil 
  • 1 tsp thinly sliced chives 
  • juice of half a lemon
  • sea salt and pepper to taste
  • I cedar plank soaked in water for 5-10 minutes 
Method 

Wrap the artichokes in foil with a slash of oil and a pinch of salt. 
Bake on indirect heat for about 45 minuets at 200c.
Cut the leek in half lengthways, rinse out any soil trapped in the leaves. Brush the cut side with rapeseed oil. 
40 Minuets after the artichokes go on the grill place the cedar plank on direct heat at 225c. 
Quickly dress the scallops in a slosh of oil, salt and pepper.
Once the cedar plank starts to smoulder, place the scallops on the plank and place the leeks on the grill.
Close the lid and cook for roughly 8 minuets or until scallops read internal temperature of 55c
Take off the artichokes.
Using a teaspoon scoop out soft flesh of the artichoke and sprinkle with salt.
Remove scallops and place into a bowl, squeeze over lemon juice and splash with olive oil, thinly slice the leeks and set aside.
To plate place a small pile of Jerusalem artichokes mash onto the plate, add 2 scallops and top with thinly sliced leek & sprinkle with fresh chives,
Serve straight away and enjoy!!