10 Minute Pan-Seared Butter Scallops
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
288 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
10 Minute Pan-Seared Butter Scallops
Description
This recipe calls for patting scallops dry, seasoning them with kosher salt, and searing in a hot pan with oil for about 60 to 90 seconds per side until golden. Removing the scallops at their peak ensures they remain tender and juicy without overcooking.
The pan is then used to melt butter with garlic and lemon juice, scraping up fond for flavor. This sauce is spooned over the cooked scallops, which are garnished with fresh herbs such as parsley or dill to add herbal brightness and color contrast.
Ready in about ten minutes, these scallops offer a quick seafood dish with a smooth buttery, tangy sauce and a lightly crisp exterior. They are best served immediately to enjoy the fresh texture and temperature.
Ingredients
- 1 lb scallops
- 1 tsp kosher salt adjust to taste
- 2 tbsp oil olive or avocado
- 5 tbsp butter unsalted
- 3 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs parsley or dill
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season them with salt on both sides.
- Preheat a pan over medium-high heat with oil until it's sizzling hot. Add the scallops into the pan. About 60 -90 seconds in, turn them over. As soon as the other side is golden, remove them from the heat.
- To the same pan, add lemon juice, butter, and garlic. As the butter melts, scrape the bottom of the pan to get as much flavor incorporated as possible.
- Pour the butter mixture over cooked scallops. Sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve right away!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 1241mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 315mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 611IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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