Description
Seared Scallops are a gourmet delight that effortlessly elevates any meal. These tender, succulent seafood gems boast a golden crust and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them perfect for date nights or special gatherings. With minimal ingredients, you can create an impressive dish that’s sure to wow your guests. Drizzled with fresh lemon juice and garnished with parsley, this recipe is not only easy to master but also delivers restaurant-quality results right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh sea scallops
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse scallops under cold water and pat dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
- Season both sides of the scallops with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add olive oil and butter until shimmering.
- Place scallops in the skillet without overcrowding; sear for 2 minutes until golden brown, then flip gently using tongs.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over scallops while cooking for an additional minute.
- Transfer to plates, garnish with parsley, and drizzle with pan juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops (85g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg