Pan Seared Scallops

PAN SEARED SCALLOPS

Northwest Wild Foods Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb scallops (thawed)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 6–7 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Prep the scallops
   Thaw completely if frozen. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels and place in a single layer.
2. Season
   Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.
3. Heat the pan
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
4. Sear
   Add scallops in a single layer. Sear for 2–3 minutes without moving, then flip and cook for another ~2 minutes until golden brown.
5. Remove & rest
   Transfer scallops to a plate and set aside.
6. Build the sauce
   Reduce heat slightly. Add butter to the same pan and let melt.
   Stir in garlic and lemon juice.
7. Finish the sauce
   Simmer for 1–2 minutes, scraping up browned bits for flavor.
8. Combine
   Return scallops to the pan and cook for 1 additional minute, spooning sauce over them.
9. Serve
   Transfer to a serving plate, drizzle with sauce, and finish with fresh parsley.