Lemon Butter Scallops
A quick and elegant dish featuring perfectly seared sea scallops in a rich, buttery, and garlicky lemon sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- - 1 lb sea scallops dry-packed
- - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- - Salt & black pepper to taste
- - 2 tbsp butter for sauce
- - 3 cloves garlic minced
- - 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- - 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Prep Scallops: Remove side muscle, pat scallops completely dry. Season with salt & pepper.
- 2️⃣ Sear: Heat butter in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 3️⃣ Make Lemon Butter Sauce: Melt more butter, sauté garlic, add lemon juice & parsley. Stir well.
- 4️⃣ Serve Immediately: Drizzle sauce over scallops and enjoy!
Notes
✅ Use dry scallops for the best sear.
✅ Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if needed.
✅ Avoid overcooking—scallops should be opaque & slightly firm.
✅ Pair with Garlic Butter Potatoes for a complete meal!
✅ Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if needed.
✅ Avoid overcooking—scallops should be opaque & slightly firm.
✅ Pair with Garlic Butter Potatoes for a complete meal!