Lemon Garlic Scallops Recipes

Steps:

• Place scallops in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Cover and let rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
• Combine 5 tablespoons warm butter, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl; whisk until combined. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
• At the same time, remove scallops from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature, about 20 to 30 minutes.
• Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat, making sure it does not smoke. Brush scallops with garlic mixture and add to the pan. Cook until the bottoms begin to sear and turn golden, about 2 minutes. Flip scallops, brush with garlic mixture, and cook another 2 minutes. Remove scallops from the heat and let them continue to cook while they rest, off the heat, for 5 more minutes. Plate and serve.

Steps:

• Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic, and cook for a few seconds until fragrant. Add scallops, and cook for several minutes on one side, then turn over, and continue cooking until firm and opaque.
• Remove scallops to a platter, then whisk salt, pepper, and lemon juice into butter. Pour sauce over scallops to serve.

Steps:

• Rinse scallops and pat dry. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
• Preheat large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Melt 1 tablespoon butter until slightly foamy.
• Add scallops to butter and sauté 2 minutes per side until seared and slightly translucent. Transfer to plate and keep warm.
• Add wine to skillet. Reduce heat and cook until mostly evaporated. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Turn off heat, stir in lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Spoon sauce over scallops and serve immediately.