Jul 14 2026
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Scallop Recipe

Inspired by Crab Du Jour Xpress Cajun Seafood
Time30m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the scallops

    Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Make sure they are completely dry to achieve a nice sear.

  2. 2

    Mince the garlic

    Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

  3. 3

    Chop the parsley

    Rinse and chop the fresh parsley leaves.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat the pan

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  2. 5

    Sear the scallops

    Add the scallops to the hot skillet in a single layer. Sear for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  3. 6

    Add garlic and butter

    Add the minced garlic and butter to the skillet. Stir gently to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.

  4. 7

    Deglaze with wine (optional)

    If using white wine, pour it into the skillet and allow it to simmer for about 2 minutes, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

  5. 8

    Add lemon juice and season

    Drizzle in the lemon juice, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) and stir to combine.

  6. 9

    Finish with parsley

    Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Serving

  1. 10

    Plate the scallops

    Carefully plate the scallops and spoon some of the pan sauce over them. Serve immediately with additional lemon wedges if desired.

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