Seafood

Pan-Seared Scallops

Name: Pan-Seared Scallops
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 unit Sea scallops; 1 unit Butter; 1 unit Olive oil; 1 unit Garlic; 1 unit Lemon juice; 1 unit Salt; 1 unit Pepper

A gorgeous seafood classic that brings the ocean's best flavors straight to your plate.

Chef Chef Hsin-I

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Servings 2 portions

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Gather and prep all ingredients. Finely chop garlic, onions, and any fresh herbs required for the recipe.

Step 2

Pat the meat/seafood dry and season generously on all sides with salt, pepper, and spices. Heat oil or butter in a heavy skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the remaining core ingredients (Sea scallops, Butter, Olive oil) into the pan. Stir well to combine, turning down the heat slightly to avoid burning.

Step 4

Add a final pat of butter or squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Simmer or sear for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the main protein is fully cooked.

Step 5

Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh herbs (like basil, parsley, or cilantro) and a sprinkle of grated cheese or sea salt. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!

Ingredients & Portions

Ingredients

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A gorgeous seafood classic that brings the ocean's best flavors straight to your plate.

Instructions

Gather and prep all ingredients. Finely chop garlic, onions, and any fresh herbs required for the recipe.
Pat the meat/seafood dry and season generously on all sides with salt, pepper, and spices. Heat oil or butter in a heavy skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the remaining core ingredients (Sea scallops, Butter, Olive oil) into the pan. Stir well to combine, turning down the heat slightly to avoid burning.
Add a final pat of butter or squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Simmer or sear for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the main protein is fully cooked.
Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh herbs (like basil, parsley, or cilantro) and a sprinkle of grated cheese or sea salt. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!