Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of succulent sea scallops seared to perfection and bathed in a nutty, golden brown butter sauce. This simple yet elegant dish is sure to impress your guests and elevate any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Sea Scallops:
- 1 pound sea scallops (patted dry)
Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the Scallops: Pat the scallops dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Scallops: Heat oil in a skillet, sear scallops until golden. Remove from skillet.
- Make the Brown Butter Sauce: Melt butter until golden brown, add garlic, lemon juice. Return scallops to coat in sauce.
- Serve: Plate scallops, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Ensure scallops are dry for a good sear.
- Pair with risotto, pasta, or vegetables.
- Add red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 scallops
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
