Sauteed Scallops Recipe

Why visit a restaurant for Sauteed Scallops when you can make it at home. Best enjoyed as a Main Dish this recipe was taught to me by a dear friend who also happens to be a great chef. You will be ever grateful to the European people for sharing this addictive Sauteed Scallops recipe with the world! Try it and if you adore this Sauteed Scallops, then tell your friends about it.
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Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In20 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexHealthy++Servings5
CuisineCourse
MethodMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Sea scallops2 Pound
 Butter/Margarine6 Tablespoon
 Shallot2 Tablespoon, chopped
 Dry vermouth/Dry white wine3 Tablespoon
 Parsley2 Tablespoon, chopped
 Lemon wedges2

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 300 Calories from Fat 141

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 16 g24.7%

Saturated Fat 9.4 g47%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 98.6 mg32.9%

Sodium 298.9 mg12.5%

Total Carbohydrates 6 g2%

Dietary Fiber 0.33 g1.3%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 31 g61.9%

Vitamin A 22.4% Vitamin C 26.7%

Calcium 6.1% Iron 5.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Rinse scallops gently under cold water; pat dry and then cut them into half.

MAKING
2. In a large heavy skillet, tip in the butter and heat butter till melted. Add the shallots and sauté shallot 2 minutes.
3. Add scallops in a single layer
4. Sauté' over medium heat and stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. This will take 5 to 8 minutes. With slotted spoon, remove to heated platter; keep warm.
5. Add vermouth and parsley to skillet; heat, over low heat, stirring to dissolve browned bits, until bubbling. This will take about 1 minute. Pour over scallops.

SERVING
6. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges and serve hot
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