HOW SCALLOPS ARE SUPPOSED TO BE MADE

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Scallops don't need sauces or breading to be perfect. This method is fast, easy, healthy, and most of all, delicious! I love these scallops with some couscous or a simple pasta with olive oil, Parmesan, and basil/oregano. Enjoy!

Provided by mikey ev

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 10 scallops, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil (or enough to barely coat the pan)
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice, approximately 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat a large skillet over med-high to high heat; add oil.
  • Pat down scallops with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over one side of the scallops.
  • Place scallops (seasoned side down) on the hot skillet.
  • Do not touch, move, or tinker with the scallops at all.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over the other side of the scallops.
  • Cook scallops 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness) on each side or until caramel in color.
  • Squeeze the lemon juice over the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.1, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 18, Sodium 294.2, Carbohydrate 2.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 9.1

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