GARLIC BUTTER HERB SCALLOPS RECIPE

GARLIC BUTTER HERB SCALLOPS Recipe image

Provided by babygirl36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 cup hot water
1 lb. large scallops
salt/pepper
1 Tbs. olive oil
3 Tbs. butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp thyme

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine salt and 1 cup hot water; stir and dissolve the salt. Add ice water to cool the brine. Add scallops to the brine and let stand for 10 minutes. Line a sheet pan with paper towels and set aside. Drain the scallops, rinse under cold water and then arrange in a single layer on the paper towel lined pan. Place another paper towel on top of scallops and gently pat. Remove as much moisture as possible. In a medium size skillet over medium high heat add the oil and let heat until it starts to smoke. Salt and pepper and add the scallops for 3-3 1/2 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate. Add the butter, garlic and herbs. Saute for 1-2 minutes and add scallops back to the pan and heat through.