Seared Scallops without mustard parmesan

2 teaspoons canola oil 1 onion, chopped 6 stalks lemongrass, dry leaves removed, stems pounded; cut into 3-inch lengths 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 red[...]

1 pound scallops 1 x salt * 1 x white pepper * 2 tablespoons olive oil relish 1 stalk lemon grass * 1/2 cup rice vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon red pepper[...]

4 Roma tomatoes (3 to 4 oz. each) Salt, pepper, and sugar 1 cup firmly packed fresh mint leaves, rinsed and drained 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 1/4 cups[...]