2 Minute Scallops
Elevate your seafood game with these irresistible 2 Minute Scallops—an ultra-quick and gourmet recipe perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant date night dinner. Featuring tender sea scallops seared to golden perfection in just two minutes, this dish is infused with the rich flavors of buttery garlic, a zesty squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a touch of vibrant parsley for garnish. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a sizzling skillet, you can create a restaurant-quality dish right at home. Ready in under 10 minutes, including prep, this recipe balances simplicity, speed, and sophistication for an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, these buttery scallops will become your go-to for an easy seafood feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Sea scallops
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 pieces Lemon (for juice)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the scallops in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded in the pan.
Sear the scallops for 1 minute on the first side without moving them, allowing a golden-brown crust to form.
Flip the scallops with tongs and add the unsalted butter and minced garlic to the skillet.
Sear the second side for 1 minute while spooning the melted butter and garlic over the scallops.
Remove the scallops from the skillet immediately to prevent overcooking.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the scallops and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 3587 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 74.7 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1252 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
