Seared Scallops
Ingredients
- 1-2 lbs fresh Atlantic Sea Scallops (defrosted)
- canola oil
- salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
- salted butter
- fresh herbs, such as parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 1-2 fresh lemons, cut in wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- With defrosted scallops on hand, and your ingredients gathered, you’re ready to begin cooking
- Start by patting your scallops dry with a paper towel. Removing any excess moisture will aid in the browning of the scallop, resulting in that delicious outer crust.
- Next, preheat a large frying pan over medium-high heat
- Add some canola oil and let heat for a few minutes. You want the scallops to sizzle when they enter the pan
- Once the oil is hot, add scallops to the pan, leaving a few inches of space between each scallop. Overcrowding the pan will steam the scallops instead of searing them. Cook scallops in batches if necessary
- Let the scallops cook for 2 minutes, untouched. Flip and let cook for another 1-2 minutes
- While scallops are cooking on the second side, add butter and let melt. Spoon over the scallops as they finish cooking
- Once cooked, you’ll notice a brown outer crust and opaque center. Cooked scallops should have an internal temperature of 125 degrees Fahrenheit
- Serve seared scallops hot with a garnish of fresh herbs and lemon, enjoy!
Notes
*Photo by Kathy Maister is marked with CC BY 2.0
