SCALLOPS

Here are three delicious scallops recipes — from simple and elegant to bold and flavorful.

🧈 1. Garlic Butter Seared Scallops (Restaurant Style)

Ready in: 10 minutes
Best for: Date night, elegant dinner

Ingredients

• 1 lb large sea scallops (dry-packed)

• Salt & black pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• Fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

1. Pat scallops completely dry with paper towels (this is key for a golden crust).

2. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high until very hot.

4. Add scallops (don’t crowd). Sear 2–3 minutes per side without moving them.

5. Remove scallops. Lower heat slightly.

6. Add butter and garlic; cook 30 seconds.

7. Stir in lemon juice and spoon sauce over scallops.

8. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

🔥 Pro Tip: The scallops should release easily when ready to flip. If they stick, wait another 20–30 seconds.

🌶 2. Creamy Tuscan Scallops

Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor

Ingredients

• 1 lb scallops

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3 cloves garlic

• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup grated Parmesan

• 1 cup spinach

• Italian seasoning

• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Sear scallops as in recipe #1. Remove and set aside.

2. In the same pan, add butter and garlic.

3. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cream.

4. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

5. Add Parmesan and spinach; cook until wilted.

6. Return scallops to the pan for 2 minutes.

7. Serve over pasta or mashed potatoes.

🍋 3. Lemon Herb Baked Scallops

Light and easy

Ingredients

• 1 lb scallops

• 3 tbsp melted butter

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 2 tbsp breadcrumbs

• 1 tbsp parsley

• 1 garlic clove (minced)

• Paprika

• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Arrange scallops in a baking dish.

3. Mix butter, lemon, garlic, salt, pepper.

4. Pour over scallops.

5. Top with breadcrumbs, parsley, and a sprinkle of paprika.

6. Bake 10–12 minutes until opaque.

If you’d like, I can also give you:

• A grilled scallops recipe

• An Asian-style soy glaze version

• A keto or dairy-free option

• Wine pairing suggestions 🍷