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Garlic Butter Herb Scallops

Garlic Butter Herb Scallops are pan seared and have the best buttery garlic herb sauce. This is a quick and simple meal that tastes straight from a restaurant!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Garlic Butter Herb Scallops, Garlic Butter Herb Scallops Recipe, scallop recipe
Servings: 4
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup kosher salt
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1 pound large scallops
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • salt and pepper
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon cup freshly chopped oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme
  • lemon wedges
  • chopped parsley

Instructions

  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine ⅓ cup kosher salt and 1 cup hot water, stirring to dissolve the salt. Add ice water to cool the brine. Add 1 pound large scallops to the brine and let stand for 10 minutes. Line a sheet pan with paper towels and set aside.
  • Drain the scallops, rinse under cold water, and then arrange in a single layer on the paper towel-lined sheet pan. Place another paper towel on top of the scallops and gently pat scallops. Remove as much surface moisture as possible for the best browning results when cooked.
  • In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat, add the 1 tablespoon olive oil and let heat until it starts to smoke. Season the 1 tablespoon capers with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Add the scallops to the pan and sear for 3- 3 1/2 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
  • Add the 3 tablespoons butter, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon cup freshly chopped oregano, 1 teaspoon fresh chopped rosemary, and 1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then add the scallops back to the pan and heat through. Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped parsley on top.

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Nutrition

Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 10002mg | Potassium: 281mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 306IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg

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