Seared Orange Scallops
Elevate your seafood game with these Seared Orange Scallops—a dish that perfectly balances bold, citrusy flavors with melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Fresh sea scallops are expertly seared to achieve a golden, caramelized crust, then bathed in a luscious orange sauce infused with zesty citrus, honey, and a hint of garlic. This 20-minute recipe delivers a restaurant-quality experience at home, combining simplicity with elegance. Finished with a touch of fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish, these scallops are perfect for pairing with fluffy rice or a crisp green salad. Whether for a romantic dinner or a gourmet weeknight meal, this recipe makes seafood unforgettable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh sea scallops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and let it get hot.
Carefully place the scallops in the skillet, making sure they are not touching. Sear for 2-3 minutes without moving them until a golden crust forms.
Flip the scallops and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until just opaque in the center. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the orange juice and honey, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
Let the orange juice mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced. Stir in the orange zest.
Return the scallops to the pan and spoon the orange sauce over them gently. Cook for 1 minute to warm through.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with a side of rice or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 4768 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 75.6 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1448 mg | 31% | |
*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.
