Scallops Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Scallops
Rinse the sea scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This will help achieve a nice sear.
2
Season the Scallops
In a bowl, season the scallops with salt and black pepper. Make sure to coat them evenly.
3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers but does not smoke.
4
Sear the Scallops
Add the scallops to the skillet, making sure they are not overcrowded. Sear for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they are golden brown.
5
Flip the Scallops
Carefully flip each scallop and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until they are opaque and cooked through.
6
Add Garlic and Butter
Once the scallops are cooked, reduce the heat to low and add minced garlic and butter to the pan. Stir gently to combine.
7
Finish with Lemon Juice and Parsley
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle lemon juice over the scallops. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
8
Serve
Plate the scallops and spoon some of the pan sauce over the top. Enjoy immediately!