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Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter Sauce

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A gourmet dish of perfectly seared scallops drizzled with a rich garlic butter sauce, offering an explosion of flavors in every bite.


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

Ensure scallops are dry before cooking to achieve the perfect sear. Consider pairing with light sides like asparagus or a crisp salad.