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Seared Scallops Recipe

Quick and easy seared scallops, perfect for a fancy dinner at home.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 pieces Sea Scallops large, dry-packed
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. Pat the scallops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  3. Add the scallops to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and opaque in the center.
  4. Add the butter to the skillet during the last minute of cooking and spoon over the scallops.
  5. Remove the scallops from the skillet and serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Quick, Scallops, Seafood
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