Description
Pan Seared Lemon Butter Scallops are a gourmet delight that transforms fresh scallops into a dish bursting with flavor. Each scallop is seared to golden perfection and enveloped in a rich, zesty lemon butter sauce, creating an exquisite seafood experience perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this recipe makes cooking like a chef accessible to everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh dry-packed scallops
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and butter until bubbling.
- Place the scallops in the pan without overcrowding; sear for about 2 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute before drizzling in fresh lemon juice.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops (125g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg