Pan-Seared Scallops With Cilantro Recipe

Name: Pan-Seared Scallops With Cilantro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sea scallops; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon light butter, divided; Cooking spray; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1 pound sea scallops
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon light butter, divided
Cooking spray
1/4 cup water
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

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Sprinkle both sides of scallops with chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
2
Melt 1 1/2 teaspoons butter in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add half of scallops; cook 3 minutes on each side or until done. Remove scallops from pan; keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining butter and scallops.
3
Add water, jalapeno pepper, and lime juice to pan; cook 1 minute, scraping bottom and sides of pan to loosen browned bits. Spoon sauce over scallops; sprinkle with cilantro.
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carbo rating: 5

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound sea scallops, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Pan-Seared Scallops With Cilantro 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.

Pan-Seared Scallops With Cilantro

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