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Pan-Seared Scallops Recipe

Quick and easy pan-seared scallops with a golden crust.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Scallops large, dry
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. Pat scallops dry with paper towels.
  2. Season scallops with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add scallops to the skillet, searing for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Add butter to the skillet and baste scallops for an additional minute.
  6. Remove scallops from skillet and serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 300mg | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Quick, Scallops, Seafood
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