Garlic Sage Seared Scallops

5 from 1 vote

Seared scallops are a quick and easy seafood delight. Scallops are a high in lean protein and the perfect addition to your meal. These scallops are basted with butter, garlic, and sage to complete a tasty and full flavor.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: servings

Calories: 172kcal

Author: Vincent DelGiudice

Cost: $20

Equipment

1 Frying Pan

Ingredients

1 dozen scallops
2 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup butter
1 handful sage
4 cloves garlic, crushed
salt and pepper

Instructions

Prepare your scallops by removing the muscle on the side. It's usually a little bit whiter than the rest of the scallop and should peel off easily. Season the scallops with salt and pepper on all sides.
Heat olive oil in a large frying pan to medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, place your scallops in the pan. Don't overcrowd the pan (this may require 2 batches). Sear scallops in the oil for about 90 seconds or until they become golden brown. Carefully flip the scallops using a butter knife or a very small spatula. Sear on the opposite side for 1 minute.
Add ¼ cup of butter sage leaves and garlic. Use a spoon to baste the scallops in the garlic and sage butter mix to infuse flavor into your scallops baste for about 1 minute. Remove the scallops from the pan and plate. Spoon the butter onto the scallops and serve immediately.

Notes

1. DO NOT WALK AWAY FROM THE PAN. Unless you have a timer on. Any extra cooking time can easily destroy this delicate fish. 2 extra minutes and you might as well throw them away.
2. Use a very thin spatula or fish-turner. I even use a butter knife. The scallops are delicate and this makes it easy to turn them without letting the skin stick to the pan.

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