Seared Scallops

Published on 8 March 2025 at 13:04

Ingredients

 
  • 550g Fresh scallops
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 bag of baby spinach
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp sea salt 
  • ¼ freshly ground black pepper
  • Lemon wedges, for serving 

Instructions

  • Dry the scallops very well with a paper towel, as moisture can impede browning.
  • Heat a large cast iron pan or thick-bottom nonstick sauté pan over medium-high heat until very high
  • Add the olive oil and ½ tablespoon of the butter, and swirl to coat the pan.
  • Place the scallops in the pan and season with salt and pepper. Sear on the first side, without touching or flipping, for about 3 minutes, or until golden. Using tongs, turn the scallops over and sear for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the scallops are just cooked through.
  • Move the scallops to a plate. Remove the pan from the heat and add the remaining 3½ tbsp butter to the skillet. As the butter is melting, add the lemon juice and swirl the pan a few times.
  • Add the scallops back in the skillet, baste with the sauce and when plated  - pour over any remaining sauce.
  • Scatter some baby spinach leaves on top. Garnish with lemon wedges.