How to Make Scallops w/ Mei Lin of Nightshade in Los Angeles

Hokkaido scallops

🥗Healthier: king scallops

💰Cheaper: bay scallops

King scallops are lower in price but still offer great flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee provides a rich flavor with a higher smoke point.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Cilantro adds a unique flavor and is often less expensive.

Pat scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

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

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

Flip scallops and add butter, garlic, and lemon juice to the skillet.

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until scallops are opaque and tender.

Remove scallops from skillet and place on a serving plate.

Spoon garlic butter sauce over scallops.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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