A vision of a warm, golden scallops sitting atop a vibrant mix of caramelized pears - their edges crisp and golden, the middle tender and sweet - garnished with green sprigs of fresh thyme. The dish is drizzled with a glossy, rich miso glaze.

Miso Glazed Scallops with Caramelized Pears

Name: Miso Glazed Scallops with Caramelized Pears
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: fresh sea scallops, 12 cleaned; ripe pears, 2 thinly sliced; white miso paste, ¼ cup; honey, 1 tablespoon; rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon; olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Salt and pepper, to taste; fresh thyme, for garnish

Category Main Course

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style American

Technique Caramelizing

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: March 06, 2026

Celebrate the season with this sumptuous Pescatarian-friendly feast. Seared scallops, sweet caramelized pears, and a miso-based sauce bring depth, sweetness, and umami to a dish inspired by both American coastal cuisine and the transitional season of early spring.

Ingredients (for 4)

Fresh sea scallops - 12 - cleaned
Ripe pears - 2 - thinly sliced
White miso paste - ¼ cup
Honey - 1 tablespoon
Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt and pepper - to taste
Fresh thyme - - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍯🥣🥄

In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, honey, and vinegar until smooth. Set aside for later use.
Step 2 - 🍐🍳🔥

Heat oil over medium heat in a non-stick skillet. Add pears, season with salt and pepper, and cook until caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
Step 3 - 🍳🔥🐚

In the same skillet, sear the scallops for about 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown and just cooked through.
Step 4 - 🐚🍯🔥

Quickly glaze the scallops with the miso mixture and return to the heat for just a moment to allow the glaze to bubble and thicken slightly. Toss scallops to coat.
Step 5 - 🍽️🍐🌿

Serve scallops over caramelized pears and garnish with fresh thyme. Drizzle any remaining glaze over the top.

Additional

For a different spin on this recipe, consider substituting the pears with apples for added tartness. Or try diver scallops for their slightly sweeter flavor! This dish can be made more kid-friendly by substituting the miso paste with a tamari or soy sauce mixture.