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Pan Seared Scallops
5 from 3 votes

Pan Seared Scallops

These Pan Seared Scallops taste so fancy they’re restaurant-worthy. Not to worry, however: they’re easy to make and completely family-friendly. A garlic herb butter ensures they’re delicious for just about everyone!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
6 mins
Total Time
16 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 157 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 14-16 large sea scallops thawed, 1.25 pounds
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter softened, salted
  • 1.5 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh

Instructions

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  1. Use a paper towel to pat the scallops dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, mash together the butter, lemon juice, garlic, and parsley. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the scallops in a single layer without having them touch (work in batches if needed).
  4. Fry for 2-3 minutes on one side (until a golden crust forms underneath), then flip and immediately add the garlic herb butter to the pan around the scallops. Sear the scallops for 2-3 more minutes, basting them with the butter, until a crust forms on the other side and scallops are cooked through.
  5. Remove from skillet and transfer to a plate.
  6. Serve over rice, pasta, or with steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Information

Calories 157kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 4g (20%) Trans Fat 0.2g (10%) Cholesterol 40mg (13%) Sodium 457mg (19%) Potassium 232mg (5%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 221IU (4%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 12mg (1%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 157

% Daily Value*

Calories 157kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 40mg 13%
Sodium 457mg 19%
Potassium 232mg 5%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 0.2g 0%
Vitamin A 221IU 4%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 12mg 1%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.