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Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the scallops to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the lemon juice and zest to the skillet, stirring to combine with the butter and garlic.
- Return the scallops to the skillet and toss to coat in the lemon garlic butter sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the scallops to a serving platter.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops, a delectable seafood dish, originated in coastal regions where fresh scallops are abundant. Renowned chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Emeril Lagasse have popularized this dish, infusing it with their unique culinary flair. The succulent scallops are seared to perfection in a sizzling hot pan, then bathed in a luscious sauce of butter, garlic, and zesty lemon. The addition of fresh parsley adds a burst of vibrant color and herbaceous aroma, elevating the dish to new heights. Today, this exquisite creation can be savored in top seafood restaurants along the coast, where the freshest ingredients are paramount. The key to mastering this dish lies in achieving the ideal balance of flavors and ensuring the scallops are tender yet caramelized. For a twist, some chefs incorporate alternative methods such as grilling or broiling the scallops, offering a delightful variation to this classic recipe.
20 min
4
250 calories
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