🐚 Garlic Butter Scallops 🐚
📋 Ingredients:
🧈 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
🧄 4 cloves of garlic, minced.
🌱 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped.
🧂 Salt to taste.
🧂 Pepper to taste.
🐚 1 pound of fresh scallops.
🍋 Lemon wedges for serving.
📝 Instructions:
1️⃣ Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. 🌊
2️⃣ Season the scallops with salt and pepper on both sides. 🧂
3️⃣ In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. 🔥
4️⃣ Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. ⏱️
5️⃣ Carefully place the scallops in the skillet in a single layer, allowing space between them. 🥘
6️⃣ Cook the scallops for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they've turned golden brown and are opaque in the center. ⏳
7️⃣ Sprinkle chopped parsley over the scallops just before serving. 🍽️
8️⃣ Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing on top. 🍋
📌Notes:
✔️ Ensure scallops are dry for better searing.
✔️ Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.