Seared Scallops with Lemon
Scallops are sweet and delicate- they can easily be over-cooked, so be careful with your heat. This recipe for Seared Scallops with lemon is delicious- the accompanying sauce is sweet, creamy and delicious.
Serves 4-6
Ingredients:
1 dozen fresh, large sea scallops
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
Directions:
Place a medium sized stainless steel skillet on the stove over medium high heat. Add the 3 tablespoons of butter.
Place the large sea scallops on a clean plate, and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Place the scallops, one at a time into the hot skillet. Sauté the scallops for a few minutes on each side until they become golden brown- make sure not to overcook the delicate seafood. Cook the remaining scallops, set aside.
For the Sauce
Prep time: 5-6 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
1 teaspoon organic honey
1 teaspoon minced parlsey
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper

Sea Scallops
Directions:
Place the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat- reduce by half. Add the remaining ingredients, and taste for seasoning.
Arrange the cooked scallops on a plate with the lemon sauce.
Garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley.
Enjoy!
Chef Chuck Kerber
chuck@cooksandeats.com
cooksandeats.com






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