Seared Scallops
Golden-brown, buttery scallops with a crisp crust and tender center, ready in minutes. A simple yet elegant dish perfect for a special dinner at home.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 1 lb sea scallops
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 1 lb scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with the 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- 2
Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Place the scallops in the skillet in a single layer, leaving space between them; cook undisturbed until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Flip the scallops and add the 2 tbsp butter; cook until the butter is foamy and the scallops are just opaque in the center, about 2 more minutes.
- 5
Remove the scallops to a plate and squeeze the juice of the 1 lemon over them before serving.
- 6
Serve immediately, spooning any pan juices over the top.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- paper towels
- tongs
- plate
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