Hey there, fellow food lovers! Today, I’m super excited to share one of my absolute favorite seafood recipes that never fails to impress my guests (and let’s be honest, myself too! 😉). This Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Sauce and Garlic Asparagus is pure heaven on a plate, and trust me, it’s easier to make than you might think!
You know those fancy restaurant dishes that make you go “wow”? Well, get ready to create that same magic in your kitchen. I discovered this recipe during a beach vacation and have perfected it over time – with a few secret touches that make all the difference!
What You’ll Need:
– 12 large sea scallops (pat them dry, darlings – this is crucial!)
– 1 bunch fresh asparagus
– 4 tablespoons butter (real butter, none of that fake stuff!)
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lemon
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley for garnish
– A glass of white wine (for cooking… and maybe one for the chef? 😜)
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Now, let’s get cooking:
1. First things first – pat those scallops dry like your life depends on it! Season with salt and pepper.
1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until it’s smoking hot (like summer in Miami!).
1. Place scallops in the pan and DON’T TOUCH THEM for 2-3 minutes! I know it’s tempting, but resist! We want that gorgeous golden crust.
1. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
1. In the same pan, add butter and garlic. Once fragrant, toss in your asparagus and sauté for 4-5 minutes.
1. Remove asparagus, then add wine and lemon juice to the pan, scraping up all those delicious bits. Let it reduce for 2 minutes.
1. Add another tablespoon of butter (because why not?), then return scallops and asparagus to warm through.
The secret to perfect scallops? Getting them super dry before cooking and using a screaming hot pan. Trust me, these two steps will change your seafood game forever!
This dish is perfect for date nights, impressing the in-laws, or just treating yourself because you’re worth it! 💁♀️
Loves, if you’ve made it this far, you’re probably drooling (I know I am!). Don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know how this recipe turned out for you! Did you add your own twist? I’d love to hear about it!
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Until next time, keep cooking with love (and plenty of butter)! 🥂✨
xoxo,
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