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Seared Scallops

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Delicious seared scallops in a luscious lemon butter garlic sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Sea scallops Make sure they are dry before cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use a generous amount for a rich sauce.
  • 2 cloves Fresh garlic Minced for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for the best taste.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.
  • for garnish Fresh parsley Chopped.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by patting the scallops dry with paper towels. This step ensures a nice sear.
  2. Season both sides of the scallops with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet, melt a generous amount of butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Once the butter is bubbling, add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  3. Carefully place the scallops in the skillet. Sear each side for 2-3 minutes until they develop a golden-brown crust.
  4. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the scallops and gently toss to coat.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 500mg

Notes

For a lighter version, use olive oil instead of butter. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge, or frozen for up to 3 months.
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