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