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Seared Scallops with Brown Butter Recipe

American · Main course · 20 min total

Perfectly seared scallops with a nutty brown butter sauce, finished with fresh lemon and parsley. A quick yet elegant dish that's surprisingly easy to make at home.

Ingredients

• 12 large sea scallops (about 1 lb), side muscle removed
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Pat scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat until shimmering. Carefully add scallops in a single layer without crowding (cook in batches if needed).
3. Sear until golden crust forms, about 1.5-2 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to a plate.
4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to skillet and cook, swirling often, until butter turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 1-2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Return scallops to skillet and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For best sear, ensure scallops are very dry before cooking.
• Serve over a bed of arugula or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
• Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.

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