How to Sear Scallops
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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
3 servings
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Calories
211 kcal
How to Sear Scallops
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Learn how to make restaurant quality pan seared scallops at home! This easy recipe results in perfectly seared scallops that are caramelized on the outside and buttery tender on the inside.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb dry sea scallops or diver scallops
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- thyme garlic or other aromatics (optional)
- lemon for serving
Notes
- Rinse the scallops under cold water to remove any sand that may be present, then pat them very, very dry. This is essential for them to get beautifully caramelized as they sear.
- Season your scallops on both sides with salt and pepper RIGHT before cooking. If you do it any sooner, the salt will draw out their moisture, making them wet again and preventing caramelization.
- A cast iron skillet is perfect for pan-searing scallops since the cast iron holds heat so well. Avoid a non-stick pan, which will prevent the scallops from browning.
- For the perfect sear, get the pan nice and hot. I prefer using oil to sear the scallops and butter to finish, which adds great flavor.
- Do not walk away from the pan, and do not disturb the scallops until at least 2 minutes have passed. You want them to sit on the hot pan and caramelize, so leaving them undisturbed is essential.
- Do not overcook! Leaving the scallops in the pan for just a minute too long will turn their buttery texture into rubber. As the scallops cook, they will become opaque. Remove them from the pan while the center is still slightly translucent - they will finish cooking to perfection on the plate.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
211kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
18g
(36%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
56mg
(19%)
Sodium
653mg
(27%)
Potassium
312mg
(9%)
Sugar
0.01g
(0%)
Vitamin A
238IU
(5%)
Calcium
11mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 653mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 312mg | 7% |
| Sugar | 0.01g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 238IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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