SCALLOPS JARDINIERE

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Pan-seared jumbo sea scallops in a delectable bright lemon & tomato sauce! Serve with jacket potatoes or rice, sauteed asparagus spears (see my recipe #352997), and a crusty baguette for sopping up those delicious juices! May also be served as a starter.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb sea scallops
6 tablespoons butter, divided
4 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice (juice from 1/2 a lemon)
1 -2 medium fresh tomato, chopped
1 pinch sea salt
1 dash pepper
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
1/2 lemon, quartered

Steps:

  • Rinse scallops in cold water; pat dry with paper towels.
  • In a large saute pan, heat 3 tablespoons butter on high heat until sizzling.
  • Add scallops; reduce heat to medium and cook scallops 2 to 3 minutes per side, until lightly browned, turning once.
  • Melt the rest of the butter in with the scallops and add the chopped onions and the garlic, tossing to coat and saute for 1 minute.
  • Add the lemon juice and the chopped tomato, and cook for 2 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat and season with the salt and pepper; sprinkle with the snipped parsley.
  • Serve hot with fresh quartered lemons, a crusty baguette, and a glass of Chablis!

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