Seared scallops: Discover the secret to perfect flavor!
Learn how to achieve perfectly seared scallops with a delicious flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the scallops to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them.
- Sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add butter and lemon juice to the skillet and baste the scallops.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the scallops are dry for a better sear.
- Do not flip the scallops too early to achieve a nice crust.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or over a bed of risotto.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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