Best Scallop Recipe
Seared to perfection, this classic scallops recipe results in tender, tasty, and succulent scallops. You’ll love the flavor of these restaurant-quality sea scallops and they’re ready to enjoy in just 15 minutes!
Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds sea scallops
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter plus 2 tablespoons for the sauce
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced optional
- juice of half a lemon optional
- ¼ cup white wine or chicken or veggie broth optional
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels. If necessary, remove the small side muscle from the scallops and discard it. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over high heat and add the oil and butter. When the skillet is hot, add the scallops, spacing them apart so they don’t touch.
- Cook the scallops for 2 minutes without disturbing them. When a golden crust forms on the bottom, reduce the heat to medium-high. Gently flip the scallops to the other side and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the bottoms are golden and the sides are translucent.
- Scallops are ready when they feel firm to the touch. Remove them from the pan after 5 minutes as they will continue to cook a little as they rest. If the scallops are overcooked, they’ll be tough and rubbery.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan, scraping up the brown bits on the bottom. Add the garlic, lemon juice, and white wine or broth. Cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes.
- Serve the scallops topped with the sauce, and enjoy!