Seared Scallops with Zesty Cilantro Lime Sauce
Sweet and succulent seared scallops are perfectly complemented by a vibrant cilantro-lime sauce.
Equipment
- Large skillet Non-stick preferred
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
Scallops
- 1 pound Dry-packed sea scallops Patted dry
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Cilantro Lime Sauce
- 1 cup Cilantro Fresh, chopped
- 1 lime Lime juice Freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
- Pat scallops dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear scallops for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- While scallops sear, whisk together cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Once scallops are cooked, remove from skillet and set aside.
- Pour cilantro-lime sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer for 1 minute.
- Return scallops to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the sauce.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.