Pan Seared Scallops Americas Test Kitchen Recipes

Steps:

• Heat a large skillet over medium heat and fry the bacon pieces until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes. Reserve the bacon fat in the skillet and transfer the bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
• Meanwhile, arrange the scallops so they lay flat and are evenly spaced on a plate. Pat them completely dry with a paper towel. Season the scallops with salt and pepper.
• Cook the scallops, undisturbed, over high heat until they are golden brown on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip the scallops and cook for 1 minute more. Turn off the heat, add the lemon zest and juice, parsley and reserved bacon pieces and toss to combine. Divide the scallops among 4 plates or a serving platter and serve immediately.

Steps:

• 1. In a small bowl, combine salt and sugar. Rinse and pat dry scallops. Season both sides with salt-sugar mixture. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Place scallops in pan and sear on each side for 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through and no longer opaque; remove from pan. Add chicken broth and scrape the bits from the bottom of the pan. Serve over scallops.