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
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the scallops to the skillet and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and caramelized.
- Reduce heat to low, then add butter and minced garlic, stirring until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Drizzle the garlic butter over the scallops.
- 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.