Description
Learn how to make perfectly seared scallops with a flavorful brown butter sauce. This elegant dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a special dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Scallops:
- 1 lb large sea scallops, patted dry
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Brown Butter Sauce:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For Serving:
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Season and Sear Scallops: Season scallops with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden.
- Make Brown Butter Sauce: Brown butter, add garlic, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Finish and Serve: Spoon sauce over scallops and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Ensure scallops are dry for a perfect sear.
- Use stainless steel or cast-iron skillet for best results.
- Pair with pasta, risotto, or bread to enjoy the sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
