Seared Scallops with Citrus Herb Sauce

Name: Seared Scallops with Citrus Herb Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings.
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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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

2 servings

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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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

Directions

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.
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.

Seared Scallops with Citrus Herb Sauce

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