Description

Garlic Butter Scallops are a fast, gourmet dish that combines buttery, garlic flavors with perfectly seared scallops, delivering a luxurious dining experience in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs Sea Scallops
3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
4 large Garlic Cloves
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley
Salt and Pepper to taste

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Instructions

Remove the scallops from the refrigerator and pat them very dry using paper towels
Lightly sprinkle both sides of the scallops with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil
Carefully place the scallops in the hot pan in a single layer and let them sear for 2 to 3 minutes until golden-brow
Use tongs to flip each scallop and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes
Immediately add the butter and minced garlic to the pan, and baste the scallops with the melted garlic butter
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley
Transfer the scallops to a warm plate and pour the remaining garlic butter sauce over them

Notes

Make sure the scallops are dry for a proper sear.

Keep an eye on the garlic to prevent it from burning.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Searing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 285 kcal
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 420 mg
Fat: 14 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 32 g
Cholesterol: 65 mg