Garlic Butter Scallops Recipe

Calendar icon Published: Jan 19th 2022 by Chigoziri Nwachuku
Clock icon Last updated: Dec 17th 2024
Read time: 2 mins
Cuisine:
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Close up shot of Garlic Butter Scallops in a plate with lemon slices and garnish

Looking for an easy weeknight dinner option? Try these Garlic Butter Scallops. Tastes tender and savory on the inside and crispy, golden-brown on the outside. And they're served in a creamy garlic butter sauce. You'll get to feel like you're eating at a fine dining restaurant. Serve on a bed of noodles or zucchini noodles.

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Author: Chigoziri Nwachuku
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Time & Serves

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Serves
4 persons

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds Sea Scallops

  • Salt and Chili Pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter

  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

  • Fresh herbs for garnish 

  • Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

Pat dry the scallops with a paper towel.

Season scallops with salt and chili pepper.

To a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.

Once olive oil is hot, add scallops and fry for 2 to 3 minutes on one side. Then, flip over and fry for 2 to 3 more minutes before removing scallops.

Add butter to the skillet. Once hot, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

Add lemon juice and scallops, spooning sauce on top. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon slices. 

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