Sauteed Garlic Scallops In Caper-Lemon Alfredo Recipe

Name: Sauteed Garlic Scallops In Caper-Lemon Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cloves garlic, divided; 1 pound scallops; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 cup white wine; 1/2 medium onion, diced; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 2 tablespoons capers; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 3 sprigs fresh parsley, or as desired

Servings: persons

5 cloves garlic, divided
1 pound scallops
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup white wine
1/2 medium onion, diced
1 cup heavy cream
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons capers
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
3 sprigs fresh parsley, or as desired

1
Smash 2 cloves of garlic; dice or slice the other three. Wash scallops and thoroughly dry on paper towels. Rub smashed garlic over scallops and season with salt.
2
Heat a skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil. Cook scallops in batches until lightly crusted and firm, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside.
3
Pour water and white wine into the hot skillet and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom with a wooden spoon. Remove from heat.
4
Heat remaining oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add onion and season with salt and pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add the minced garlic and cook until mixture is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to the first skillet and heat over low heat.
5
Add cream and remaining butter; heat until it starts to bubble. Stir in lemon zest and juice and cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the scallops and capers; warm for about 30 seconds. Plate scallops and sauce; top with Parmesan cheese and parsley.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cloves garlic, divided, 1 pound scallops, salt and ground black pepper to taste, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided, and more.

Yes, Sauteed Garlic Scallops In Caper-Lemon Alfredo 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.

Sauteed Garlic Scallops In Caper-Lemon Alfredo

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