Jul 14 2026
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Pan Seared Diver Scallops Recipe

Inspired by Salt on Mass
Time30m
Serves2

Four diver scallops served with choice of signature sauce and signature side.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Signature Sauce

Signature Side

Method

Preparing the Scallops

  1. 1

    Pat the Scallops

    Pat the diver scallops dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. This ensures a good sear.

  2. 2

    Season the Scallops

    Sprinkle salt and black pepper on both sides of the scallops.

Cooking the Scallops

  1. 3

    Heat the Pan

    Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.

  2. 4

    Sear the Scallops

    Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the scallops in the pan. Sear for about 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown.

  3. 5

    Flip and Finish Cooking

    Using tongs, flip the scallops and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat.

Making the Signature Sauce

  1. 6

    Melt the Butter

    In the same pan used for the scallops, reduce heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Let it melt.

  2. 7

    Add Garlic

    Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 8

    Finish the Sauce

    Stir in lemon juice and fresh parsley, and remove from heat. This will be your signature sauce.

Preparing the Signature Side

  1. 9

    Blanch the Asparagus

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the asparagus. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender.

  2. 10

    Sauté the Asparagus

    Drain the asparagus and return it to the pan. Add butter, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes.

Plating

  1. 11

    Serve

    Place the seared scallops on a plate, drizzle with signature sauce, and serve alongside the sautéed asparagus.

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