Description
Seared to golden perfection and drenched in garlic butter, these scallops are rich, savory, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this elegant yet easy dish is a true showstopper for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter (for potatoes)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high until very hot.
- Season scallops with salt and pepper. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork tender.
- Drain and mash potatoes with butter and heavy cream.
- Add olive oil to the hot skillet and place scallops in the pan.
- Sear for 2 minutes on one side, flip, then add butter and garlic. Baste scallops for 1–2 more minutes.
- Squeeze lemon juice over scallops and sprinkle with parsley.
- Serve scallops over mashed potatoes with garlic butter drizzled on top.
Notes
- Pat scallops dry for the best sear.
- Use dry-packed scallops for best results.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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