Seared Sea Scallops
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5
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Seared Sea Scallops
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Ingredients
Brine:
- 1 quart water 4 cups cold
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp table salt
Scallops:
- 15 sea scallops
- salt to taste, sea salt and freshly cracked
- black pepper to taste, sea salt and freshly cracked
- 1-2 tbsp butter to taste
Instructions
- If you can only find “wet” scallops, soak them in a solution of 1 quart cold water, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons table salt for 30 minutes.
- Remove the small side muscle from the scallops. Place a towel (or a few paper towels) down on a large plate. Place the scallops on the towel then cover with an additional towel (or paper towels). Press gently to remove excess water.
- Add the butter to a large saute pan or cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. Season both sides of the scallops with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste.
- Once the pan is hot, gently add the scallops, making sure they are not touching each other. Sear the scallops for 1 1/2-2 minutes on each side.
- The scallops should have a golden crust on each side while still being translucent in the center. Serve IMMEDIATELY. Enjoy.
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