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Easy Garlic-Lemon Scallops

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

Serves:

6 Servings

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About the Recipe

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup butter

  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic

  • 2 pounds large sea scallops

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • â…› teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Step 1


Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook for a few seconds until fragrant.


Step 2


Arrange scallops in a single layer in the skillet; cook until golden brown on one side, about 2 minutes. Turn scallops over using tongs and continue cooking until firm and opaque, about 2 minutes more. Transfer scallops to a platter, reserving butter in the skillet.


Step 3


Whisk lemon juice, salt, and pepper into butter; pour sauce over scallops to serve.







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