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Welcome back to our food blog, where we believe that simple recipes can lead to the most delightful culinary experiences! Today, we’re diving into the world of seafood with a focus on one of the most luxurious yet easy-to-make dishes: seared scallops. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to a lovely meal at home, these golden-brown beauties are sure to impress. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

• Scallops (Your preference of how many: I usually recommend 6-8 per serving for a tantalizing appetizer)
• 1 TBSP Olive oil
• Salt and pepper for seasoning
• 1 TBSP Butter

Instructions

Get Your Pan Ready

1. Heat Your Pan: Start by heating a skillet over medium-high heat. You want it to be sizzling hot before adding the scallops, so be patient!
2. Season the Scallops: While the pan is heating, take your scallops and place them on a plate. Generously sprinkle salt and pepper over them. This will amplify their natural flavors, creating a delicious crust.

Searing Time

3. Sear the Scallops: Once the pan is hot (you can test it by flicking a drop of water on the surface—it should sizzle!), add your tablespoon of olive oil. Carefully place the scallops in the pan, seasoned side down, starting at the farthest end of the pan and working your way around clockwise (imagine a clock face). This clever trick helps you keep track of which scallop was placed in first, making it easier to flip them later!
4. Cook the First Side: Let the scallops sear for about 2 minutes without moving them. During this time, season the top side with salt and pepper again. You should start to smell a lovely aroma wafting through your kitchen!
5. Flip and Finish Cooking: Once that beautiful, golden crust has formed, it’s time to flip! Follow the same clockwise pattern to remember which scallop to flip first. Cook for another 45 to 60 seconds on this side.

The Final Touch

6. Add the Butter: Turn off the heat and add 1 TBSP of butter to the pan. Gently tilt the pan to ensure that all the scallops soak in that rich, buttery goodness for about 30-45 seconds. This adds a luxurious flavor that will elevate your dish to gourmet levels!

Serve and Enjoy

7. Plate Your Scallops: Carefully transfer your scallops to a plate, and they’re ready to serve! These seared delights pair beautifully with a variety of sides—think creamy risotto, sautéed greens, or even a fresh salad.

Tips for Success

• The key to perfect scallops is to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook in batches if necessary to ensure they sear rather than steam.
• Fresh scallops are best, so try to find them at your local fish market if possible.
• Experiment with flavors! Consider adding garlic, lemon juice, or fresh herbs to your butter for an extra kick.

Conclusion

And there you have it—simple, elegant seared scallops that are sure to impress anyone at your table. This recipe not only looks stunning but is also quick and easy, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Happy cooking, and don’t forget to share your own seared scallop creations with us! 🍽️✨

Prep Time: 1 min Cook Time: 3 min Total Time: 4 min

Servings: Varies

Ingredients

• Scallops patted dry (Your preference of how many)
• 1 Tbsp Olive oil
• Salt and pepper for seasoning
• 1 Tbsp butter

Instructions

1. Heat your pan really hot on med-high heat and add your tablespoon of olive oil
2. With the scallops sitting on a plate to the side, sprinkle salt and pepper over scallops as desired
3. When the pan is hot, add scallops, seasoned side down, starting at the furthest part of the pan away from you and set scallops in going clockwise (set in pan like time on a clock) to keep track of scallop cook time
4. Sear your first side for about 2 minutes while seasoning the other side with salt and pepper again. Remember we set them clockwise in the pan so when flipping, follow this same pattern.
5. Sear for another 45-60 seconds after flipping
6. Turn your heat off and add 1 TBSP of butter, tilting the pan to make sure all the scallops soak in a little bit of butter for flavor for about 30-45 seconds
7. Transfer scallops to a plate and serve with your desired entrée.