Ingredients for - Simply Seared Scallops

1. Sea scallops, tough muscles removed 12
2. Lemon, juiced ½
3. Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste ½
4. Olive oil 1 tablespoon
5. Butter 1 teaspoon
6. Lemon zest 1 teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - Simply Seared Scallops

1 . Stage

Pat sea scallops dry with paper towels. Season with some lemon juice, salt, and pepper on one side.

2 . Stage

Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over high heat. Place scallops in the skillet seasoned-side down. Cook until browned on the bottom, about 2 minutes. Season with remaining lemon juice, salt, and pepper; flip. Continue cooking until opaque, about 2 minutes more. Garnish with lemon zest.