Golden Seared Scallops with a Delicious Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce 🐚🍋
Ingredients:
1 lb sea scallops (about 12-16 large scallops)
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1-2 lemons)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions:
Prepare the scallops: Gently pat the scallops dry using paper towels to ensure all excess moisture is removed. This helps achieve a perfect sear. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat the pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
Sear the scallops: Carefully add the scallops to the hot skillet, making sure they are spaced apart. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until a golden crust forms. Carefully flip the scallops and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes. They should turn opaque and feel slightly firm when touched, indicating they are perfectly cooked.Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Make the garlic lemon butter sauce: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter.Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden.Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
Serve: Drizzle the garlic lemon butter sauce over the seared scallops. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges for an extra burst of freshness.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Servings: 4 people
Enjoy these tender and flavorful Golden Seared Scallops with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce for a restaurant-quality meal at home! 🐚🍋