Simple Scallops
Bring the taste of elegant dining into your home with this irresistible recipe for Simple Scallops! Perfectly seared sea scallops are seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then cooked to golden perfection in a sizzling skillet with olive oil and butter. A quick basting with garlic-infused butter adds richness, while a finishing drizzle of bright lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley elevate this dish to gourmet status. Ready in just 17 minutes from start to finish, this easy scallops recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers and makes a stunning appetizer or main course. Serve alongside your favorite sides for a restaurant-quality meal that's as simple as it is spectacular!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This ensures 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. Let the oil heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Add the scallops to the skillet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Sear the scallops undisturbed for 2-3 minutes on one side, until they develop a golden-brown crust.
Flip the scallops and add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan. Sear the other side for another 2-3 minutes, basting the scallops with the melted butter using a spoon.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring gently to avoid burning the garlic.
Turn off the heat and drizzle the scallops with lemon juice. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or with your choice of side dishes for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.0 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 4217 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 94.2 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1600 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.
