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Garlic Butter Scallops

Pan-seared scallops in a silky garlic butter sauce, ready in under 15 minutes. A restaurant-quality dinner that tastes way more impressive than it actually is.

Total time
12 min
Servings
2
Calories
248
Protein
24g
Garlic Butter Scallops
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until foaming, about 1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Sear scallops 90 seconds per side without moving until golden. Transfer to a plate.

  3. Step 3

    Add garlic to the same skillet and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in wine and lemon juice, scraping the pan bottom for browned bits. Simmer 1 minute.

  5. Step 5

    Remove from heat. Whisk in remaining 2 tbsp butter until the sauce turns glossy and smooth.

  6. Step 6

    Return scallops to the pan, coat in sauce, and top with parsley. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
  • paper towels
  • tongs or spatula
  • whisk
  • knife for mincing

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