Description
Delicately seared scallops with a golden crust, served with a touch of lemon and herbs for a gourmet seafood dish that’s simple yet elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sea scallops
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the scallops to the pan, spacing them evenly without crowding.
- Sear for about 2-3 minutes on one side without moving them, until a golden crust forms.
- Flip the scallops and add butter and minced garlic to the pan.
- Sear the second side for another 1-2 minutes, spooning the melted butter and garlic over the scallops as they cook.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make sure scallops are dry for the best sear.
- Do not overcook scallops; they should be opaque and slightly springy.
- You can substitute ghee for butter for a higher smoke point.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (about 3-4 scallops)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 45mg