sauteed scallops is one of the best scallop recipes, with lemon butter sauce, garlic and bay scallops. This is a quick and simple meal that tastes straight from a restaurant .easy-to-make, and your scallops will have the perfect texture!
SAUTEED SCALLOPS
sauteed scallops is one of the best scallop recipes, with lemon butter sauce, garlic and bay scallops. easy 10 minutes recipe on skillet!
- 1 lb. frozen bay scallops, thawed, rinsed and pat dry with paper towels
- 1 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoon chopped parsley
- Drain the scallops, rinse under cold water, and then arrange in a single layer on the paper towel-lined sheet pan. Place another paper towel on top of the scallops and gently pat scallops. Remove as much surface moisture as possible for the best browning results when cooked.
- In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and let heat until it starts to smoke. Salt and pepper red pepper flakes add to the skillet. Sear scallops for 3- 3 ½ minutes on each side until they are golden brown on each side. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Add the butter, garlic, lemon juice . Saute for 1-2 minutes and add the scallops back to the pan and heat through. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley on top Serve scallops over rice enjoy !
