Description
Delicious pan seared scallops with a crispy exterior and tender inside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, juiced
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels.
- Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add scallops to the skillet in a single layer.
- Sear for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip scallops and add butter to the skillet.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, basting with melted butter.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
Notes
- Ensure scallops are dry for a better sear.
- Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 scallops
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pan seared scallops, seafood, quick meal