Scallops Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Scallops
Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps to remove any sand or grit.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
3
Chop the Parsley
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside for garnish.
4
Prepare the Lemon
Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice from one half and set it aside. The other half can be sliced for garnish.

5
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
6
Sear the Scallops
Place the scallops in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and opaque in the center.
7
Add Garlic and Optional Butter
Add the minced garlic and optional butter to the pan. Sauté for an additional minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
8
Deglaze the Pan (Optional)
If using, pour in the white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Allow the wine to cook down for about 2 minutes.
9
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the pan from heat and drizzle the reserved lemon juice over the scallops. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
10
Garnish and Serve
Serve the scallops hot, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon slices.