Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon and Chives

Name: Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon and Chives
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 12 large (about 1.5 pounds) sea scallops; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1/2, juiced lemon; 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh chives; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Perfectly seared scallops with a delicate citrus finish, elevated by fresh herbs for an elegant yet effortless main course.

Cuisine: Seafood

Category: Seafood

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 8 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

12 large (about 1.5 pounds) sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/2, juiced lemon
1 tablespoon, chopped fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Pat scallops dry with paper towels, then season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
Step 2: Add scallops and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until opaque and just cooked through (internal temperature 120°F/49°C).
Step 3: Add 1 tablespoon butter and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, then squeeze in 1/2 lemon juice. Stir for 1 minute until butter melts and garlic is fragrant. Remove from heat, stir in 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, and serve immediately.