Description
Impress your guests with these delicious pan-seared scallops, cooked to perfection with a crispy golden crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large scallops (dry-packed preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon (optional)
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Pat each scallop thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Place a heavy-bottomed pan on high heat. Add the olive oil and heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- Carefully place the scallops in the hot pan, ensuring space between each one. Sear undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until a golden crust forms. Flip the scallops and add butter to the pan, basting them for the last 30 seconds.
- Transfer the seared scallops to a plate and let them rest for 1 minute. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and sprinkle with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make sure the scallops are very dry before cooking to get a nice sear. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Use high-quality olive oil and butter for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: scallops, seafood, gourmet, easy recipe, quick dinner