Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops
Author: Maya Kitchenette
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Serves: 6
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound scallops
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- 2-3 tbsp lemon juice
- Parsley or thyme
- Clean the scallops and thoroughly pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat until hot and sizzling.
- Add the scallops in a single layer without overcrowding the pan (work in batches if needed).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side
- Remove from skillet and transfer to a plate.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same pan.
- Add in the garlic and saute for about 1 minute.
- Stir in lemon juice and parsley/thyme.
- Add the scallops back into the pan to warm through slightly.
Recipe by Maya Kitchenette at https://mayakitchenette.com/lemon-garlic-butter-scallops/
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