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Pan Seared Scallops
Pan Seared Scallops feature large scallops quickly cooked in avocado oil to achieve a golden, caramelized crust while preserving a tender, moist interior. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper, the scallops’ delicate flavor is highlighted through searing on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, with optional side searing for thicker scallops.
Prep Time
7 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
129 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
French
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds scallops "foot" removed, large
- kosher salt
- 2 Tablespoons avocado oil scallops are so delicate in flavor, so use a mild olive oil or avocado oil
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry scallops. Remove the "foot".
- Season with salt and pepper
- On a medium high heat, sear the scallops on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, depending on how fat they are. If they're really large, you can also sear the sides as well. You can tell when they are done by touching them. They should be firm, but not hard.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1g
Calories
129kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
34mg
(11%)
Sodium
556mg
(23%)
Potassium
291mg
(6%)
Vitamin A
4IU
(0%)
Calcium
9mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 129
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 129kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 556mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 291mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 4IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.