Seared Scallops with Citrus Herb Sauce

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Recipe by APRIL H. LANE

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Updated on Sep. 30, 2022

Be sure to pat the scallops with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This helps create that perfectly browned and flavorful scallop your better half will love. —April Lane, Greeneville, Tennessee

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Seared Scallops with Citrus Herb Sauce

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Yield:2 servings
Prep:15 min
Cook:5 min
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Ingredients

  • 3/4 pound sea scallops
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon minced fresh oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon
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Directions

  1. 1
    Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add scallops; sear for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm. Remove from the skillet; keep warm.
  2. 2
    Wipe skillet clean if necessary. Saute garlic in remaining butter until tender; stir in sherry. Cook until liquid is almost evaporated; stir in the remaining ingredients. Serve with scallops.

Nutrition Facts

3 scallops with 1-1/2 teaspoons sauce: 314 calories, 18g fat (11g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 691mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein.
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