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Shrimp and Scallops in a Lemon Butter Sauce

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Marinade:
  • fresh scallops (as many as you want)
  • fresh large shrimp deveined, with tail on (as many as you want)
  • zest of one lemon
  • 1 clove of garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3-4 basil leaves chopped (divided)
Other Ingredients:
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • Juice of one lemon
  • sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Combine the first five ingredients plus a bit of chopped basil and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  2. Remove from the marinade, pat them dry with a paper towel, then season the scallops and shrimp with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the last teaspoon of olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot add the scallops and cook for about 1-2 minutes then flip them over.
  4. Add the shrimp and lemon juice to the pan and cook for about 1-2 minutes or until the shrimp is pink and tender and the scallops are golden brown.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy.