Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter
User Reviews
5.0
210 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
206 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter
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These seared scallops are large sea scallops that are cooked until golden brown and caramelized, then finished off with a garlic butter sauce. A quick and easy dinner option that can be on the table in 20 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds sea scallops preferably fresh dry packed scallops
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoon chopped fresh herbs plus more for garnish
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry on both sides with a paper towel. Season the scallops on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a heavy skillet over high heat until it's just smoking. Add the scallops in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the scallops from the pan. Melt the butter in the pan.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the lemon juice and herbs.
- Return the scallops to the pan. Spoon the sauce over the top. Garnish with herbs and lemon wedges, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Make sure your scallops are in a single layer in the pan and not touching. You can work in batches if desired. If the scallops are too close together, they can steam instead of sear.
- This dish is best when served immediately. If you have leftovers, you can store them in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat any leftovers on the stove over low heat until warmed through. You want to be careful not to overcook the scallops when you reheat them.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
206kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
57mg
(19%)
Sodium
631mg
(26%)
Potassium
291mg
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
262IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
11mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 631mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 291mg | 6% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 262IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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210 reviews
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