Seared Scallops With a Lemon-Parsley Sauce
 
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Recipe type: Entree
Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • ¾ lb sea scallops
  • salt, pepper
  • 1-2 Tablespoons oil
Sauce:
  • ½ Tablespoon butter or oil
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
  • juice from one lemon
  • 2-4 Tablespoons olive oil
  • salt, pepper
Instructions
  1. Blot the scallops dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat ¾-1 Tablespoon of oil in a nonstick skillet on high heat. Add the scallops and cook the scallops until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. You might have to cook the scallops in two batches. You don't want them to be too close together, or they will steam instead of sear and start eeking out liquid.
  4. It's very important not to touch the scallops until they are ready to turn, so that the scallops get that awesome sear. Set the scallops aside.
  5. Add the butter to the skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot, season with salt and pepper and cook for 3-5 minutes, until tender.
  6. Add the parsley, lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve the scallops with the sauce.
Recipe by Olga's Flavor Factory at https://www.olgasflavorfactory.com/recipes/main-course/seared-scallops-with-a-lemon-parsley-sauce/