Jul 14 2026
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Broiled Bedford Jumbo Sea Scallops Recipe

Inspired by Arthur's Prime Steakhouse
Time30m
Serves4

watercress pesto lemon butter

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Ingredients

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Sea Scallops

Watercress Pesto

Lemon Butter

Method

Preparation of Sea Scallops

  1. 1

    Preheat the Broiler

    Preheat your oven's broiler on high for about 10 minutes while you prepare the scallops.

  2. 2

    Season the Scallops

    Pat the jumbo sea scallops dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss the scallops with olive oil, salt, and black pepper to coat evenly.

Making Watercress Pesto

  1. 3

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine the fresh watercress, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, salt, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary.

  2. 4

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the pesto and adjust the salt or lemon juice as needed. Set aside.

Making Lemon Butter

  1. 5

    Melt the Butter

    In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 6

    Finish the Lemon Butter

    Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Remove from heat and set aside.

Broiling Scallops

  1. 7

    Broil the Scallops

    Arrange the seasoned scallops on a broiler-safe pan in a single layer. Broil for about 6-8 minutes until the scallops are opaque and lightly browned on the top.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Remove the scallops from the oven and plate them. Drizzle the lemon butter over the scallops and serve with a generous spoonful of watercress pesto on the side.

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