Scallops with sugar

1 1/2 pounds scallops 1 1/3 cups water 3 teaspoons lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 3 each peppercorns * 3 each onion slices 1/2 cup tarragon vinegar 1/3 cup[...]

2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 large orange, juice of (generous 1/3 cup) 1 lb sea scallops (I use large shrimp) 1/2-1 tablespoon olive oil salt[...]