Description
A simple and delicious seared scallops recipe that highlights the natural sweetness of scallops.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse scallops under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of scallops with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add scallops to the skillet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them.
- Sear scallops for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add butter and lemon juice to the skillet and let it melt, spooning the sauce over the scallops.
- Remove scallops from the skillet and place on a serving plate.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over scallops and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Use a high-quality scallop for the best flavor.
- Do not flip the scallops too early to get a good sear.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 scallops
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: seared scallops recipe, easy scallops, seafood dish