How to Sear and Make Perfect Scallops | #Scallops | Scallops Recipe | How to Cook Scallops

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat and provides a different flavor profile.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth can add flavor without alcohol.

Season scallops lightly with kosher salt and black pepper on both sides.

Heat peanut oil in a skillet over high temperature until ready for searing.

Test oil temperature by placing one scallop in the oil, adjusting as necessary.

Place scallops in the skillet without moving them to develop a crust.

Monitor the browning on the edges of the scallops as they cook.

Once a golden crust forms, flip the scallops gently and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Remove scallops from the skillet and place them in the oven to keep warm.

In the same skillet, add diced shallots and garlic, cooking until fragrant.

Add a knob of butter to the skillet and gently melt it without cooking.

Pour in the Pinot Grigio and whisk to create an emulsion while simmering.

Add a pinch of salt, dried parsley, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the sauce.

Turn off the heat and drizzle the sauce over the scallops before plating.

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