Description
Learn how to make perfectly seared scallops with this simple and delicious recipe. Tender scallops are quickly seared to golden perfection and flavored with garlic, butter, and lemon juice for a delightful seafood dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 pound sea scallops (about 12 large)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Scallops: Pat the scallops dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Scallops: Heat oil in a skillet, sear scallops until golden, then flip and add butter and garlic.
- Finish Cooking: Cook briefly, basting scallops with butter, until opaque. Drizzle with lemon and garnish.
- Serve: Enjoy your perfectly seared scallops!
Notes
- Dry scallops are best for a good sear.
- Pair with risotto, pasta, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 scallops
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
