Pan Seared Scallops
User Reviews
5
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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
227 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pan Seared Scallops
Description
Pan Seared Scallops begin with properly cleaned and patted dry sea scallops seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper. Butter and olive oil are heated over high heat to get a hot pan for searing. Scallops are cooked for about one minute per side until a golden crust forms, creating a contrast between the caramelized exterior and tender, slightly translucent interior. Lowering the heat, minced garlic is added and cooked briefly to avoid burning while infusing flavor into the butter and scallops.
These scallops offer a rich, buttery taste complemented by the mild pungency of garlic. The preparation emphasizes quick cooking to preserve the scallops’ natural sweetness and tenderness. They can be served immediately as a refined appetizer or entrée component.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops approximately 12, dry
- 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
Instructions
- Remove the small side muscle from the scallops, rinse with cold water and thoroughly pat dry.
- Add the butter and olive oil to a large skillet on high heat.
- Add the salt and pepper to your scallops.
- Sear the scallops for 1 minute then flip, and sear the second side for 1 minute.
- Lower the heat to medium, add the garlic and cook for an additional 20 seconds then remove from heat and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 227 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 227kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 959mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 358mg | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 260IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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