Garlic Basil Scallops

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 4 minutes

Total Time: 9 minutes

Ingredients:

• 12 large scallops
• salt and pepper
• 2 Tbsp oil
• 1 Tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 fresh basil leaves
• 2 large slices of lemon

Steps:

1. Prepare your basil leaves by stacking them and rolling them tightly like a cigar, then slice them into long strips.

 
2. Use a paper towel to pat the scallops dry. This will keep them from releasing liquids in the pan and will keep them nicely seared and not rubbery.

 
3. Sprinkle with a bit of salt and pepper.

 
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4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is shimmering, place the scallops into the pan, seasoned-side-down. Cook for about 2 minutes without touching them.

 
5. Add a bit more salt and pepper to the tops, then flip over and cook for 1 minute. The scallops should not struggle to flip. If they are sticking to the pan, allow to cook a tiny bit longer, then flip.

 
6. Add the butter and garlic and swirl it all around the pan. Cook another minute or 2, then remove from heat.

 
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7. Immediately add the basil, then squeeze lemon juice all over. Serve immediately.

 

cwag81

July 14, 20191 found this helpful

Aldi's large scallops(10.00) are delicius !

anne

July 7, 20201 found this helpful

Your scallops look good! I usually don't add anything to mine, except a squeeze of lemon. I've bought frozen scallops at Aldi's too - they're good - I think they are about $10 for a 12 oz. bag, which is not a bad price.

cybergrannie
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July 9, 20200 found this helpful

Thanks,
Another keeper of course.