Pan Fried Scallops
Easy
Golden-seared scallops with a buttery tomato sauce and a bright hint of lemon, perfectly tender inside.
Cooking Steps
11
STEP 1 OF 11
Pat Scallops Dry
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Open on YouTube ↗Use paper towels to absorb as much moisture as possible from the scallops.
STEP 2 OF 11
Season the Scallops
USES
Black Pepper (0 as needed)·Salt (0 as needed)
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Open on YouTube ↗Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper over the dried scallops.
STEP 3 OF 11
Heat Oil in Pan
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Open on YouTube ↗Add oil to the pan and heat on high until very hot.
STEP 4 OF 11
Sear Scallops First Side
USES
Scallop (Fresh Shell), pat thoroughly dry (20 whole)
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Open on YouTube ↗Place scallops in the hot pan and sear on high heat for about 15 seconds.
STEP 5 OF 11
Flip and Sear
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Open on YouTube ↗Flip each scallop and sear the other side until both sides are golden brown.
STEP 6 OF 11
Remove Scallops
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Open on YouTube ↗Take scallops off the heat and let residual heat finish cooking them gently.
STEP 7 OF 11
Melt Butter
USES
Butter (Unsalted) (30 gram)
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Open on YouTube ↗Reheat the pan and add butter, letting it melt over the heat.
STEP 8 OF 11
Cook Tomatoes and Scallop Trim
USES
Cherry Tomato, halved (300 gram)
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Open on YouTube ↗Add cherry tomatoes and any scallop trimmings, stir-frying together briefly.
STEP 9 OF 11
Add Seasonings
USES
Garlic, finely minced (10 clove)·Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed (2 tablespoon)·White Sugar (1 tablespoon)·Water (100 ml)
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Open on YouTube ↗Add lemon juice, sugar, minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and a splash of water.
STEP 10 OF 11
Stir and Finish Sauce
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Open on YouTube ↗Stir everything together briefly, then turn off the heat.
STEP 11 OF 11
Plate the Dish
USES
Snow Pea Shoots, garnish fresh (30 gram)
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Open on YouTube ↗Arrange scallops and sauce on a plate, top with greens and grated lemon zest.
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