Girl, let me tell you about this mouthwatering Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops with Parmesan Risotto that’ll have your dinner guests thinking you secretly attended culinary school! This is literally my go-to recipe when I want to feel fancy without breaking the bank (or my back in the kitchen).
Listen, I know scallops can be intimidating, but trust your girl here – this recipe is foolproof and absolutely divine. I’ve made this countless times, and my family still acts like it’s their first time tasting heaven every single time!
What You’ll Need:
– 1 pound large sea scallops (pat them dry, honey!)
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 4 cloves garlic (because who’s counting?)
– 1 lemon
– Fresh parsley
– Salt and pepper to taste
For the Risotto:
– 1½ cups Arborio rice
– 1 cup white wine (plus extra for the chef, wink wink)
– 4 cups chicken broth
– ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 tablespoons butter
Okay, let’s get cooking! First, pour yourself a glass of wine – cooking is more fun when you’re having fun, right? 😉
For the risotto:
1. Sauté that onion in butter until it’s translucent and your kitchen smells amazing
2. Add the rice and toast it for about 2 minutes
3. Pour in the wine and let it absorb while stirring (this is my favorite part!)
4. Gradually add hot broth, one ladle at a time, stirring until absorbed
5. After about 20 minutes, stir in the Parmesan and season to taste
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Now for those gorgeous scallops:
1. Pat them SUPER dry (this is crucial for that golden sear)
2. Season with salt and pepper
3. Heat butter until sizzling
4. Sear scallops for 2-3 minutes each side until golden brown
5. Add garlic and lemon juice, then baste the scallops
Plate it up by placing the scallops on top of your creamy risotto, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and squeeze some extra lemon juice. Trust me, this dish is pure magic! ✨
Can we talk about how restaurant-worthy this looks? Your Instagram followers won’t believe you made this at home! And the best part? It only takes about 35 minutes from start to finish.
Don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know how this recipe turned out for you! I absolutely love hearing your cooking adventures and any tweaks you made to make it your own. And if you’re craving more delicious recipes like this one, follow me on Newsbreak – I’m always sharing new culinary inspirations that’ll make you look like a kitchen queen! 👑
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with these leftovers and a glass of wine! 🍷 XOXO!
