Seared Scallops with Garlic Basil Butter Recipe
Seared Scallops with Garlic Basil Butter Recipe
INGREDIENTS
- 12 large sea scallops, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds
- 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, optional, see notes
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons oil, such as olive oil, avocado oil or grapeseed oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 to 4 lemon slices
DIRECTIONS
- Use a paper towel to pat the scallops dry. Dust one side of the scallops with a small amount of flour, and then season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil to the pan. When the oil is hot and shimmery, carefully place the scallops, seasoned-side-down...........More