Sauteed Scallops with Parsley & Garlic
Ingredients:
- 16 large sea scallops (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Directions:
Step 1:
Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 scallops; sauté 2 1/2 minutes on each side or until browned. Set aside, and keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining 8 scallops. Wipe pan clean with a paper towel.
Add butter to pan; reduce heat, and cook until butter melts. Stir in parsley and garlic, and cook 15 seconds. Return scallops to pan; toss to coat.
Note: The secret to perfectly browned scallops is patience. Cooking in two batches is recommended. Heat the oil until it ripples in the pan. Add scallops, a few at a time, and wait for them to sizzle before adding more. If you add too many at once, the pan will lose heat and its ability to brown them all.
Serves: 4
Exchanges:
3 protein
2 fats