Seared Scallops And Herb Butter Sauce Recipe

Name: Seared Scallops And Herb Butter Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup uncooked orzo; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives divided; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 1/2 pounds large sea scallops; 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 3/8 teaspoon black pepper, divided; Cooking spray; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 1 tablespoon chopped shallots; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons chilled butter, cubed; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Servings: persons

3/4 cup uncooked orzo
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives divided
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds large sea scallops
3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
3/8 teaspoon black pepper, divided
Cooking spray
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon chopped shallots
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons chilled butter, cubed
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

1
Prepare orzo according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain. Return to pan; stir in 1 tablespoon parsley, 1 tablespoon chives, olive oil, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Keep warm.
2
Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle scallops evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; coat scallops with cooking spray. Add scallops to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove from pan; keep warm.
3
Combine wine, shallots, and vinegar in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes or until liquid reduces to 1 tablespoon. Reduce heat to low. Add butter cubes, 1 at a time, whisking after each addition until butter is fully incorporated. Stir in 1 tablespoon parsley, 1 tablespoon chives, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Serve scallops with sauce and orzo.

102

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup uncooked orzo, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives divided, 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Seared Scallops And Herb Butter Sauce 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.

Seared Scallops And Herb Butter Sauce

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