TARRAGON LOVER'S SCALLOPS

TARRAGON LOVER'S SCALLOPS image

Yield 4 People

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 Tbsp olive oil
3 Tbsp butter, divided
1 1/2 pounds sea scallops, rinsed and drained
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 lemon zested
2 Tbsp chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1/2 Tbsp butter in large skillet over medium heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Place half of scallops in skillet without crowding; cook until browned, about 2 -3 minutes on each side. Remove scallops to a plate. Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1/2 Tbsp butter in the skillet and cook remaining scallops. Remove to plate. Wipe out skillet and return skillet to medium heat. Pour in wine and boil 1 - 2 minutes, until reduced to about 2 Tbsp. Reduce heat to low and whisk in remaining 2 Tbsp butter; just softening butter to form a smooth sauce. Stir in lemon zest and tarragon. Pour sauce over scallops.