Seared Scallops in Garlic Butter
Recipe from
Better Homes and Gardens
This low-fat seafood dinner is easy to prepare, yet very elegant. Scallops cook quickly, making them ideal for busy weeknights.
Servings:
Makes 4 servings
Total Time:
20 mins
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Ingredients
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1 poundsfresh or frozen sea scallopssee savings
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2 tablespoonsbutter or margarinesee savings
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3 clovesgarlic, mincedsee savings
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2 tablespoonsdry white winesee savings
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1 tablespoonsnipped fresh chives or parsleysee savings
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1/8 teaspoonsaltsee savings
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Directions
1.
Thaw scallops, if frozen. RInse scallops; pat dry with paper towels.
2.
In a 12-inch skillet cook garlic in 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium-high heat for 30 seconds. Add the scallops. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes or until scallops turn opaque. Remove from skillet and transfer to a serving platter. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter and wine to the skillet. Cook and stir to loosen any browned bits. Pour over scallops; sprinkle with chives and salt.
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Makes 4 servings
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Seared Shrimp in Garlic Butter: Prepare as above, except substitute 1-1/2 pounds fresh or frozen medium shrimp in shells for the scallops. Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact. Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels. Cook shrimp in the butter and garlic for 1 to 3 minutes or until shrimp turn opaque. Continue as above.
Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 183, Total Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Monounsaturated Fat 2 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 189 mg, Sodium 303 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Total Sugar 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 23 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 5%, Calcium 7%, Iron 14%. Exchanges: Fat 1.5.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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