Golden Seared Scallops with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce 🍋🌿
Ingredients:
6 large scallops, cleaned
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
Fresh thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Scallops: Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Cook the Scallops: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter and place scallops in the pan, ensuring they are not touching. Sear for about 2 minutes on each side or until a golden crust forms.
Make the Sauce: Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining butter to the pan with the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then pour in lemon juice and add fresh thyme.
Serve: Spoon the garlic lemon butter sauce over the scallops and serve immediately for a delicious, gourmet meal.
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 6 minutes | Servings: 2
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