SEARED SCALLOPS IN CAPER BROWN BUTTER

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This one is for Bobbie #3. A fave at our house as we are big on seafood of any kind. It comes from "Cooking with three ingredients" by Andrew Schloss. My kind of recipe!!!!!

Provided by Shae Lin

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 8m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 lb large scallop, trimmed of any tendons
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons capers

Steps:

  • Season the scallops lightly with pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until foamy.
  • Add the scallops to the hot butter and cook, turning, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Add the capers and cook about 30 seconds.
  • Swirl in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and remove from heat.
  • Salt & Pepper to taste.
  • Serve the scallops sauced with the caper butter.
  • Lemon wedges make a delicious garnish if you have them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.2, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 120.6, Sodium 742.5, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 38.4

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