Zesty Lemon-Garlic Scallops Delight This dish features perfectly seared scallops bathed in a rich lemon-garlic sauce, making it a delightful seafood option thats both simple and elegant. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound sea scallops, patted dry ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper 3 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons garlic, minced 1 medium lemon (juice from half, other half sliced) 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Instructions: Prepare Scallops: Season both sides of the scallops with salt and pepper. Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure they sear nicely. Sear Scallops: In a large cast-iron or stainless-steel skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the scallops in the skillet and cook for 23 minutes on each side until they are golden-brown and just cooked through. Remove scallops from the skillet and set aside. Make Lemon-Garlic Sauce: Lower the heat slightly and add the butter to the skillet. Let it melt, then add the minced garlic, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add Lemon & Finish Dish: Squeeze in the juice from half of the lemon, stir well, and return the scallops to the skillet. Toss to coat in the lemon-garlic sauce. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and garnish with the lemon slices. Serve: Pair with your favorite pasta or a light salad and add extra lemon wedges for an extra citrus kick.
