EASY SEA SCALLOPS WITH CRAB HOLLANDAISE

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This uses the large sea scallops, not bay scallops. I served with parmesan orzo and steamed asparagus. An easy romantic dinner for two.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Seafood

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 lb sea scallops (about 6 large)
1/2 lb crabmeat, fresh (i used dungeness)
1 pkg (0.9oz) knorr hollandaise sauce mix
3/4 c milk
1/4 c butter, unsalted
1 tsp dried tarragon
salt and pepper
cooking oil

Steps:

  • 1. Rinse and pat dry scallops. Heat a heavy skillet (cast iron works great) over medium-high heat. When hot, add about 1/2 tablespoon oil and heat until simmering.
  • 2. Place scallops in hot pan and sear until browned, about 5 minutes. Turn them over and repeat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • 3. Mix sauce mix and milk in medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add butter and tarragon and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce boils and butter is melted.
  • 4. Stir in crabmeat and cook until heat through.
  • 5. Divide scallops between two plates and top with the sauce.

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