Ingredients
- 1 to 1 1/4 pounds dry sea scallops, approximately 16
- 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Remove the small side muscle from the scallops, rinse with cold water and thoroughly pat dry.
Add the butter and oil to a 12 to 14-inch saute pan on high heat. Salt and pepper the scallops. Once the fat begins to smoke, gently add the scallops, making sure they are not touching each other. Sear the scallops for 1 1/2 minutes on each side. The scallops should have a 1/4-inch golden crust on each side while still being translucent in the center. Serve immediately.
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By Chef #1521312
East Providence, RI
on May 16, 2013
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These were the best, simple with nothing interfering with the sweet taste of the scallops. Thanks Alton you did it again.
By dorothyhilke
merrick ny
on May 10, 2013
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Perfect, simple, fast. Don't walk away from the stove! Delicious .
By 1glogirl_11413284
Estero, FL
on April 27, 2013
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OMG! Sooooo Simple and soooooo GOOD!!
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