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Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter Sauce

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Delicious seared sea scallops topped with a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner or a celebratory meal.


Ingredients

  • Large sea scallops
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Olive oil
  • Butter
  • Garlic
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the scallops to the skillet and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and caramelized.
  4. Reduce heat to low, then add butter and minced garlic, stirring until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Drizzle the garlic butter over the scallops.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For variations, consider adding a touch of lemon juice or zest, chili for heat, or capers for added depth.