Seared Sea Scallops* Recipe
Garlic butter, Carolina grits, green beans
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Ingredients
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Seared Sea Scallops
Method
Cooking Instructions
Prepare the Green Beans
While the grits are cooking, trim the ends of the green beans. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the green beans and sauté until tender (about 5-7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Sear the Scallops
Pat the sea scallops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the scallops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and opaque in the center. Remove scallops from skillet and set aside.
Make Garlic Butter
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.