Go Back
Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops
Maya Kitchenette

Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

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

Method
 

  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.