seafood
easy
Pan-Seared Scallops
Restaurant-quality seared scallops with a golden caramelized crust and buttery sweet interior. The key is a screaming hot pan and dry scallops.
10 minprep
5 mincook
2servings
Instructions
- 1
Pat scallops completely dry with paper towels. Remove the side muscle if attached. Season with salt.
- 2
Heat a stainless steel or cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Add 1 tbsp butter.
- 3
Place scallops in pan with space between each. Do not move them for 2 minutes.
- 4
Add remaining butter. Flip scallops when bottoms are deeply golden brown. Sear 1-2 minutes more.
- 5
Scallops should be slightly translucent in center. Serve immediately with brown butter from pan.
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