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Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cubed potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
- While the potatoes are cooking, pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the scallops and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the lemon juice and zest, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 1/4 cup of butter until melted.
- Mash the cooked potatoes in the pot with a potato masher. Stir in the heavy cream and 1/4 cup of butter until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide the creamy mashed potatoes onto serving plates and top with the cooked scallops. Drizzle the lemon garlic butter sauce over the scallops and serve hot.
- Enjoy your Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops with Creamy Mashed Potatoes!
The history of Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops with a side of creamy mashed potatoes is a tale of coastal flavors and comforting indulgence. This dish combines the delicate sweetness of seared scallops with the zesty tang of lemon and the rich, savory notes of garlic-infused butter. Paired with creamy mashed potatoes, it creates a symphony of textures and tastes that has delighted diners for generations. Chefs in coastal regions like New England and the Mediterranean have perfected this dish, infusing it with their own local ingredients and culinary traditions. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale seafood restaurants and fine dining establishments, where the quality of the scallops and the finesse of the butter sauce are paramount. For home cooks, sourcing fresh, high-quality scallops and mastering the art of searing them to perfection is key to recreating this restaurant-worthy dish. Whether enjoyed by the seaside or in the comfort of your own home, Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops with creamy mashed potatoes is a timeless classic that continues to captivate food lovers around the world.
35 min
4
450 calories
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