Bay Scallops Scampi Recipe

Name: Bay Scallops Scampi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 lb bay scallop, rinsed and patted dry; 3 garlic cloves, slivered; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup white wine; 2 tablespoons capers; 1 pinch kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley, roughly chopped; 2 tablespoons lemon zest

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 lb bay scallop, rinsed and patted dry
3 garlic cloves, slivered
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons capers
1 pinch kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons lemon zest

1
In a large heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the oil and half of the butter over medium-high heat until mixture starts to brown.
2
MAKE SURE THE PAN AND OIL MIXTURE IS VERY HOT - Transfer half of the scallops to the skillet and cook WITHOUT MOVING until seared: ABOUT 20 - 30 SECONDS. Gently flip and sear on other side for another 20 - 30 SECONDS. Remove from skillet; add remaining scallops and butter. Cook in the same manner as the first batch.
3
Once the second batch of scallops is finished cooking, return the first batch to the skillet and give a quick, gentle toss. Remove skillet from heat.
4
Add the garlic, lemon juice, wine and cappers. Season with salt and pepper. Give a gentle toss and place scallops on a warmed serving platter. Garnish with parsley and lemon zest. Serve immediately.
5
Serve with crusty Italian or French bread for dipping in the garlic-butter sauce. This dish pairs nicely with steamed fresh asparagus or zucchini.
6
COOK'S TIP: Scallops contain a lot of water that will gush out once they get hot - THEY NEED A LOT OF HEAT APPLIED QUICKLY. Never crowd the scallops when cooking, otherwise they will steam instead of sear.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons butter, 1 lb bay scallop, rinsed and patted dry, 3 garlic cloves, slivered, and more.

Yes, Bay Scallops Scampi falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bay Scallops Scampi

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