Description

Pan Seared Scallops offer a delicate, buttery texture that practically melts in your mouth. This recipe highlights the natural sweetness of scallops with clean, nutrient-dense ingredients for a gourmet experience that can be prepared in under ten minutes.

Ingredients

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1 pound Large Sea Scallops
1 tablespoon Avocado Oil
1 tablespoon Ghee or Grass-Fed Butter
Sea Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley
Lemon Wedges for serving

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Instructions

Remove the scallops from the refrigerator about 15 minutes before cooking. Pinch off the small side muscle and discard
Pat each scallop dry with a paper towel on both sides
Season both sides of the scallops with sea salt and black pepper just before cooking
Heat a large cast-iron or stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat. Add avocado oil and wait until it shimmers
Sear the scallops for exactly 2 minutes on the first side without moving them
Flip the scallops over and add ghee or grass-fed butter. Baste the scallops with the melted fat for 1 to 2 minutes
Remove from heat and transfer the scallops to a warm plate. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges

Notes

Use dry-packed scallops for the best flavor and texture.

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a proper sear.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Pan Searing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 scallops
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 100 mg
Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 24 g
Cholesterol: 60 mg