Garlic Lemon Butter Seared Scallops
Savor a journey that's both effortless and extraordinary, with our recipe for Garlic Lemon Butter Seared Scallops. Imagine this; juicy sea scallops, their natural sweetness enhanced by a touch of sea salt skillfully seared to a brown in a sizzling blend of butter infused with garlic. The outcome? A symphony of flavors that will tempt your taste buds with each bite. As the aromatic garlic intertwines with lemon and a sprinkle of herbs adds a vibrant pop of color you'll feel like you've been transported to a picturesque coastal paradise with every mouthwatering morsel. Easy to prepare and absolutely delightful these scallops showcase the enchantment that can be created in 10 minutes. Dive, into a plateful of seafood greatness that will leave you yearning for more.
2 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pound sea scallops side muscle removed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 –2 cloves of garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley or other fresh herbs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Scallops: Use paper towels to pat dry the sea scallops and lightly season them with a pinch of sea salt.
- Sear the Scallops: Heat a pan, over medium-high heat add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter and let it become hot. Place the scallops in the pan. Cook them on each side for 2 minutes until they turn golden brown and develop a nice crust. If necessary cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Create the Sauce: Take out the scallops from the pan. Set them aside. Clean the pan add 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat and sauté minced garlic until it becomes fragrant (around 1 minute). Then pour in lemon juice. Return the scallops to the pan. Allow them to heat for another 1 to 2 minutes while turning them to coat with the lemon butter sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle your herbs (like parsley) over the scallops, season, with salt and pepper according to your taste plate your Garlic Lemon Butter Seared Scallops immediately and savor your delightful seafood creation!
Notes
If you have gluten sensitivities or celiac disease take comfort in knowing that this recipe, for Garlic Lemon Butter Seared Scallops is naturally gluten-free! There's no need to make any changes or substitutions. You can enjoy the flavors and wonderful textures of this dish without any worries. It's an adventure that appeals to all palates making sure that everyone, at the table can savor this gluten-free masterpiece to the fullest.