Pan Seared Sea Scallops Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Potatoes

   Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Boil in salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Cook the Bacon

   In a skillet, cook the smoked bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels to drain, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.

3. 3

   Sauté the Spinach

   In the same skillet, add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add the baby spinach and sauté until wilted. Drizzle with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Remove from skillet and set aside.

4. 4

   Sear the Scallops

   Pat the scallops dry and season with salt and pepper. In the same skillet, add olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the scallops and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet.

5. 5

   Make the Cream Sauce

   In the same skillet, add the heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in the crispy bacon pieces.

6. 6

   Assemble the Dish

   On each plate, place a portion of sautéed spinach, top with seared scallops, and drizzle with the cream sauce. Serve alongside the crispy potatoes.