Scallops with Lemon Butter
Elevate your seafood dining experience with this exquisite recipe for Scallops with Lemon Butter. Tender sea scallops are seared to golden perfection, locking in their natural sweetness, then bathed in a luscious garlic-infused lemon butter sauce for a bright, citrusy finish. With just 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking time, this gourmet dish comes together effortlessly in your own kitchen. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and an herby aroma, making it the perfect centerpiece for an elegant dinner party or a luxurious weeknight meal. Pair these buttery, tangy scallops with crusty bread or a side of creamy risotto to soak up every drop of the irresistible sauce. Quick, flavorful, and restaurant-worthy, this scallop recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Sea scallops
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels. This step is crucial to achieving a good sear.
Season both sides of the scallops with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot and shimmering, gently add the scallops to the skillet in a single layer, leaving space between each scallop. Do not overcrowd the pan.
Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes on the first side, without moving them. You should see a golden crust form.
Flip the scallops carefully and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Allow it to melt and start to bubble.
Add the minced garlic to the butter and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits.
Return the scallops to the skillet and spoon the lemon butter sauce over them. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Remove the skillet from the heat, sprinkle fresh parsley over the scallops, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.0 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 4220 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 94.4 g | 189% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1604 mg | 34% | |
*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.
