Ensure the scallops are completely dry before searing. This is crucial for achieving a good sear. Don't overcrowd the pan, as this will lower the temperature and result in steamed, rather than seared, scallops. Use high heat to get a good sear quickly. Overcooking will make the scallops tough. A cast iron skillet retains heat well and is ideal for searing. For an extra touch of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the flour mixture.
Seared Sea Scallops
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS1.1K
Experience the delicate sweetness of the sea with these perfectly seared scallops. A crisp, golden crust gives way to a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior, enhanced by a vibrant blend of herbs and citrus.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate15 g
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Cholesterol20 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium1251 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat8 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, seasoning salt, oregano, thyme, and lemon pepper. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Thoroughly dredge each scallop in the seasoned flour, ensuring an even, light coating. Shake off any excess. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron is ideal) over high heat until it shimmers and is almost smoking. (3 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Carefully place 4 scallops in the hot pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Sear for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, or until a golden-brown crust forms. (8-12 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View After turning the scallops, immediately add 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley and 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to the pan. The lemon juice will sizzle and create a fragrant sauce. (2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Remove the seared scallops from the pan and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to prevent them from steaming and losing their crispness. Keep warm in a preheated oven at 200°F (93°C) while you cook the remaining scallops. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Repeat steps 4-6 with the remaining scallops, adding fresh parsley and lemon juice with each batch. (20-30 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and a lemon wedge if desired.
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Tamia Quitzon
May 16, 2023These were amazing! The sear was perfect, and the lemon-parsley sauce was delicious.
Cielo Carter
Jan 20, 2023Simple yet elegant. This recipe is a keeper!
Cortney Beer
Dec 28, 2022I was nervous about overcooking them, but the instructions were clear, and they turned out perfectly tender.
Monroe Stracke
Nov 2, 2022The wire rack trick is genius! My scallops stayed crispy while I finished cooking the rest.