# Butter Garlic Scallops

A quick and delicious dish with a burst of fresh garlic and lemon!

- Total time: 15 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 fresh sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon
- 1 salt
- 1 pepper
- 1 parsley

## Instructions

1. Pat the scallops dry with paper towels.
2. Season both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
4. Carefully place the scallops in a single layer, making sure not to crowd the pan.
5. Let them sear for 2–3 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms.
6. Flip the scallops to cook the other side until golden.
7. Set them aside on a plate.
8. Reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter along with minced garlic to the skillet.
9. Stir for about a minute until fragrant.
10. Drizzle in a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, letting the sauce come together with a zesty aroma.
11. Return the scallops to the skillet and spoon the garlic butter over them, making sure each one is coated.
12. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra freshness.

## Equipment

- paper towels
- skillet

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2820858824754820/?fs=e&mibextid=wwXIfr&fs=e
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/5f171cf4-821f-441f-8b5e-ed025c2575b0
- Extracted: 2025-03-23

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