Seared Scallops Recipe
Experience the exquisite taste of seared scallops, where a crispy golden crust meets tender, buttery flesh. Perfect for intimate dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is both elegant and easy to prepare. With a delightful balance of sweetness and brininess, these scallops will impress your guests and elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh scallops (large, firm)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Pat scallops dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing.
- Season both sides of scallops with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; add olive oil once hot.
- Sear scallops for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown; flip gently using tongs.
- Add butter and lemon juice to the pan, basting scallops as they finish cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg