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Garlic Lemon Butter Scallops

Restaurant-quality seared scallops bathed in a luxurious garlic lemon butter sauce. This elegant dish comes together in minutes and showcases the natural sweetness of fresh scallops with bright, aromatic flavors.

Easy
25 min
4 servings
Garlic Lemon Butter Scallops

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs large sea scallops, side muscle removed
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
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Method

  1. 1Pat the scallops completely dry with paper towels; moisture is the enemy of a good sear.
  2. 2Season both sides of the scallops generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. 3Heat a large skillet over high heat until very hot, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. 4Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the hot pan, swirling to coat.
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