Cooking Scallops: Seared Scallops|Print

Servings: 4

Sea scallops

1 1/4 lbs

Olive oil

1 tbsp

Salt

to taste

Ground black pepper

to taste

Butter

3 tbsp

Garlic

1 tsp, minced

Lemon juice

2 tsp

Thyme, basil, or dill

2 tsp, chopped (plus for garnish)

Cooking Scallops: Seared Scallops

Prep:

5 m

Cook:

10 m

Ready in:

15 m

Using a paper towel, pat the scallops dry. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
In a skillet over high, heat oil. Cook the scallops for 2 minutes per side. Then, remove them from the pan.
Add butter to the skillet. Melt it. Add garlic. Cook for 30 seconds. Add juice and thyme (or basil).
Transfer the scallops to the skillet. Spoon the garlic butter over the top. Before serving, garnish with more thyme if desired. Serve and enjoy your Seared Scallops!