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Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of sea scallops
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat until melted and sizzling.
- Add the scallops to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and opaque in the center. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley, then return the scallops to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the scallops.
- Remove from heat and serve the seared scallops with the garlic butter sauce immediately. Enjoy!
Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter is a classic seafood dish that has its roots in French and Mediterranean cuisine. The dish features fresh, plump scallops that are quickly seared to perfection and then topped with a rich and flavorful garlic butter sauce. This delectable combination of tender scallops and savory garlic butter has been a favorite among seafood lovers for centuries. The dish has been popularized by renowned chefs and restaurants in coastal regions around the world, where fresh seafood is abundant. Chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Thomas Keller have put their own spin on this dish, elevating it to new heights of culinary excellence. The key to a perfect Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter lies in sourcing the freshest scallops available and mastering the art of searing them to a golden brown crust while keeping the inside tender and succulent. The garlic butter sauce should be made with high-quality butter, fresh garlic, and a touch of lemon to balance the richness of the dish. For those looking to experience the best version of this dish, coastal regions like Provence in France, the Amalfi Coast in Italy, and New England in the United States are known for serving exceptional Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter. Whether enjoyed at a Michelin-starred restaurant or a quaint seaside bistro, this dish is a true celebration of the sea's bounty.
20 min
4
250 calories
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