Cape May Scallops
Immerse yourself in the seaside flavors of "Cape May Scallops," a dish that captures the essence of coastal dining with its light, zesty, and buttery profile. Featuring tender fresh sea scallops seared to golden perfection, this recipe pairs their natural sweetness with a velvety garlic-lemon butter sauce infused with dry white wine and fresh parsley. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect choice for a quick yet elegant dinner. Serve these beautifully caramelized scallops over pasta, alongside crusty bread, or atop a bed of rice to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, Cape May Scallops will transport your taste buds to a breezy seaside escape.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh sea scallops
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the butter has melted and is sizzling, add the scallops to the skillet in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until a golden crust forms. Remove scallops and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Deglaze the pan by pouring in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits at the bottom of the skillet. Let the wine reduce slightly, about 2 minutes.
Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and lemon juice. Mix well to create a smooth sauce.
Return the scallops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cook for 1-2 minutes to warm the scallops through.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with crusty bread, rice, or over pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.0 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 5403 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 94.5 g | 189% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1653 mg | 35% | |
*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.
