Seared Scallops with Crispy Bacon & Greens
Buttery seared scallops paired with crispy bacon, black pudding, and a bright salad—a French bistro classic made weeknight-easy. Dinner in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 425
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 8 count large sea scallops, patted dry
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 6 oz black pudding
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ count lemon
- 2 cups mixed greens or arugula
- 1 pinch fleur de sel and cracked black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Slice black pudding into 1/4-inch rounds. Add to the bacon fat and sear until golden on both sides, about 4 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
- 3
Pat scallops very dry. Season generously with fleur de sel and cracked pepper on both sides.
- 4
Increase heat to medium-high. Add 1.5 tbsp butter to the skillet and let it foam until it turns light brown, about 60 seconds.
- 5
Sear scallops 90 seconds per side without moving. They should be opaque outside with a barely translucent center.
- 6
Toss greens with remaining 1.5 tbsp butter, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Plate greens, scallops, bacon, and black pudding together. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large 12-inch skillet
- paper towels
- tongs
- spatula
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