Seared Scallops Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Large wild large scallops topped with lemon butter. GFSuggested Sides:Garlic whipped potatoes and Mexican street corn.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Scallops
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely. Set aside.
3
Chop the Parsley
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside for garnish.

4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5
Sear the Scallops
Add the scallops to the hot skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Sear them for 2-3 minutes on one side until a golden brown crust forms.
6
Flip the Scallops
Using tongs, gently flip the scallops over and sear for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until cooked through and opaque.
7
Add Butter and Garlic
Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Allow the butter to melt and foam, stirring the garlic into the butter for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
8
Finish with Lemon
Pour in the lemon juice and stir to combine. Spoon the lemon butter over the scallops for extra flavor.

9
Plate the Scallops
Carefully transfer the scallops to serving plates. Drizzle the lemon butter from the skillet over the scallops.
10
Garnish
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the scallops for a fresh touch.