The Secret to Making Perfect Savory Butter Garlic Scallops

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

scallops

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: fish

Shrimp or fish can provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

Pat scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Season scallops with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Heat garlic infused olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add scallops to the skillet in a single layer without overcrowding.

Cook scallops for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on one side.

Flip scallops and add butter and minced garlic to the skillet.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, basting scallops with melted butter.

Add lemon juice and chopped parsley to the skillet, stirring to combine.

Remove scallops from the skillet and place on a serving plate.

Drizzle remaining garlic butter from the skillet over the scallops.

Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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