Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops: Easy Recipe for a Flavorful Feast
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This Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops recipe is an easy and delicious way to prepare scallops. The buttery garlic sauce and fresh lemon juice enhance the natural flavor of the scallops, making it a perfect dish for any seafood lover.
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
1 pound sea scallops
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Place the scallops in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Drizzle the lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest over the scallops, tossing gently to combine.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For best results, use fresh scallops and avoid frozen ones.
Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preferences.
