Description
Delight in the rich flavors of Pan-Seared Scallops with Browned Butter, a dish that combines perfectly seared scallops with a nutty, aromatic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large sea scallops, thoroughly dried
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Generously season the scallops with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers invitingly.
- Carefully place the scallops in the skillet, ensuring they are not touching, and let them sear undisturbed for about 2-3 minutes until they develop a beautiful golden crust.
- Flip the scallops over and allow them to cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are firm and opaque. Once done, transfer them to a plate and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the butter. Let it melt and bubble, stirring occasionally until it reaches a deep golden brown and emits a rich, nutty scent, which should take around 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and mix in the lemon juice, creating a vibrant sauce.
- Gently return the scallops to the skillet, ensuring they are well-coated in the luscious browned butter sauce.
- Plate the scallops immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley and serving with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For an extra kick, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes while sautéing the garlic.
- Pair the scallops with a creamy risotto or sautéed asparagus for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pan-Seared Scallops with Browned Butter, Scallops, Seafood Recipe