Citrus Scallops II

Citrus Scallops II
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    139

Delight in the simplicity and elegance of Citrus Scallops, a forgiving and flavorful dish perfect over rice, noodles, or pasta. Fresh scallops are lightly pan-seared and bathed in a bright, citrusy sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    12 g
  • Cholesterol
    84 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    374 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 1 mins Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins Lightly coat the scallops in flour, shaking off any excess. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Cook the scallops in the hot oil for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until lightly golden brown. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside. Drain any excess oil from the skillet. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 1 mins Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and dill to the skillet. Cook and stir for about 2 minutes, until the vegetables soften slightly. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Stir in the quartered cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Continue to cook for about 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 3 mins Reduce heat to low. Gently whisk in the cold butter, one cube at a time, until melted and the sauce is emulsified and creamy. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Return the scallops to the skillet and cook just until heated through, about 1 minute. Be careful not to overcook the scallops, or they will become rubbery. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Serve immediately over your choice of rice, fine noodles, or pasta. Garnish with extra fresh dill, if desired.

For the best flavor, use high-quality, fresh bay scallops.
Don't skip the step of deglazing the pan with white wine – this adds depth of flavor to the sauce.
Be careful not to overcook the scallops. They should be just cooked through and still tender.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to your personal preference.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Joshuah Macgyver

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.9/ 5 ( 46 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Ashlee Willms

    I loved how easy and quick this dish was to make. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner.

  • Ken Macejkovic

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra heat, and it was delicious!

  • Hassan Blanda

    The citrus flavors really complement the scallops. I served it over linguine and it was a hit!

  • Darrion Boyer

    Definitely a keeper! I'll be making this again and again.

  • Duncan Harvey

    This recipe is amazing! The scallops were so tender and the sauce was bursting with flavor.

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