Caramelized Scallops with White Wine
Elevate your seafood dining experience with this elegant recipe for Caramelized Scallops with White Wine. Perfectly seared large sea scallops form a golden, caramelized crust while remaining tender and juicy on the inside. They are then bathed in a luscious white wine and butter sauce infused with garlic, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a zesty, aromatic finish. This quick and sophisticated meal takes just 25 minutes from prep to plate, making it a delightful option for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve these flavorful scallops over a bed of rice, twirled into pasta, or alongside crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the silky sauce. Impress your guests or indulge yourself with this restaurant-quality dish that’s surprisingly simple to prepare.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces large sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cups dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season them lightly with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Carefully place the scallops in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Sear for 2-3 minutes on one side, until a golden crust forms.
Flip the scallops and sear for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side. Remove scallops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the skillet. Allow the butter to melt, then add the minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Pour in the dry white wine and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
Return the scallops to the skillet, spoon the white wine sauce over them, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm them through.
Sprinkle fresh parsley over the scallops and serve immediately with your choice of side dish, such as rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1069 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 241 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 3599 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 75.1 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1367 mg | 29% | |
*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.
