Pan-Seared Scallops with Cilantro |
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Prep Time: 8 Minutes Cook Time: 12 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Two things are important when searing any food: use a very hot skillet, and cook the food in small batches. The high heat seals in the juices so that the food browns quickly. Ingredients:
1 pound sea scallops |
1 teaspoon chili powder |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
1 tablespoon light butter, divided |
cooking spray |
1/4 cup water |
1/2 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced |
2 tablespoons lime juice |
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro |
Directions:
1. Sprinkle both sides of scallops with chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Melt 1 1/2 teaspoons butter in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add half of scallops; cook 3 minutes on each side or until done. Remove scallops from pan; keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining butter and scallops.
3. Add water, jalapeño pepper, and lime juice to pan; cook 1 minute, scraping bottom and sides of pan to loosen browned bits. Spoon sauce over scallops; sprinkle with cilantro.
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