Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Honey Garlic Butter Scallops, a dish that’s as impressive as it is simple to prepare. In just 20 minutes, you can create a flavorful meal that features tender scallops seared to perfection and coated in a luscious honey garlic butter sauce. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory, making it an ideal choice for both special occasions and casual dinners. With its vibrant presentation and delightful taste, this dish is sure to impress your family or guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Juice of one small lemon
- 1 pound large scallops
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Scallops: Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Add half the mixture to the scallops in a separate bowl and let marinate for 30 minutes.
- Sear the Scallops: Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated scallops (reserve marinade) and season with salt and pepper. Sear for about 3-3½ minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Prepare the Sauce: Pour reserved marinade into the skillet and cook until slightly thickened. Return any remaining scallops to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg