Garlic Lemon Butter Seared Scallops Recipe: Impress with This Elegant Dish!
Perfectly seared scallops with a rich garlic lemon butter sauce are sure to impress.
Ingredients:
– 1 lb large sea scallops
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
– 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
– Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Prep the Scallops:
– Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Sear the Scallops:
– Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
– Add the scallops to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms.
– Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce:
– In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
– Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
– Pour in the lemon juice and broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
– Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.
4. Return the Scallops:
– Return the seared scallops to the skillet and cook for another minute, basting them with the sauce.
5. Garnish and Serve:
– Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the scallops and garnish with lemon slices.
– Serve immediately and enjoy these delicious Garlic Lemon Butter Seared Scallops.
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