Perfectly Seared Scallops
Deliciously tender scallops with a golden crust, enhanced by lemon juice and browned butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat dry the scallops with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place the scallops in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Sear for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the scallops and add butter to the skillet, basting with the melted butter for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the scallops, and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
Ensure scallops are dry to get the perfect sear. Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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