Pan-Seared Scallops with Brown Butter Sauce

This is one of the finest examples of fine dining at home-an delicate yet indulgent seafood dish.

This dish, Seared Scallops with Brown Butter Sauce captures the subtle sweetness of scallops combined with the nuttiness of buttery sauce. It is ideal for a romantic dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients:

12 large sea scallops

4 tbsp butter

1 tbsp olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over a medium-high heat. Pat the scallops dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear each side 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the skillet.

In the same skillet, melt butter and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.

Mix in minced garlic, lemon juice, and parsley. Toss well and serve immediately over the seared scallops.

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