Description
A quick and simple garlic butter scallops recipe that delivers rich flavor in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a seafood dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh scallops
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat dry scallops with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Add scallops to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Return scallops to the pan, drizzle with lemon juice, and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle with parsley, salt, and black pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh scallops for the best texture.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 lb
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: garlic butter scallops, easy scallops recipe, seafood dinner, quick scallops