Pan Seared Scallops

GaylaJ's Note:

Very simple preparation that preserves the delicate, sweet flavor of the scallops. I didn't have Romano on hand, so I used Parmigiano-Reggiano and just grated it directly over the scallops in the skillet.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 lb sea scallops
• ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs (approximately)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 lemon
• freshly grated romano cheese

Directions:

1. Roll scallops in bread crumbs.
2. Put olive oil and butter in a large skillet; stir and heat until hot.
3. Add scallops, turning once, until browned on both sides (3-4 minutes); remove from heat.
4. Halve lemon and gently squeeze juice over scallops, then sprinkle with cheese.
5. Cover with a lid and let steep for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.

Reviews

[CindyWMitchell]

This recipe is a keeper. Great pairing of flavors. I normally do not use breading, but this breading did not overpower the fresh flavor of the scallops and the result was light and crispy. I dipped the scallops into the lemon juice before breading after reading other reviews. I did use Panko crumbs which worked well. After removing the scallops from the pan, I added a little butter and about 1/2 cup of white wine along with pepper and just a bit of half and half for a delicious sauce. I ladled the sauce on top of angel hair pasta and added the hot scallops. I serve with a spinach salad. It is easy to over cook scallops so 1 1/2 minutes on each side is perfect.

[Jacstew]

I wish I had read all the reviews first, then maybe I would have had more success with the crumbs sticking and not being so soggy/broiler trick. We liked the flavour and will make this again.

[GHorne]

Loved this recipe. I did add a little garlic to the olive old and butter before searing the scallops. I also added a little ground pepper and onion powder to the canned bread crumbs that I had in the house.

It was quick, easy and VERY tasty. I will be making these again for sure.