Seared Scallops with Tarragon-Butter Sauce |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Beurre blancthe classic French butter sauceis a cinch to prepare and has a tendency to make just about anything taste better. This take on it uses the scallops' juices to add complexity. Ingredients:
1 1/4 pounds large sea scallops, tough ligament from side of each discarded |
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons, divided |
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot |
1/4 cup dry white wine |
1/4 cup white-wine vinegar |
1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon |
Directions:
1. Pat scallops dry and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper (total).
2. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides, then sear scallops, turning once, until golden brown and just cooked through, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to a platter.
3. Add shallot, wine, and vinegar to skillet and boil, scraping up brown bits, until reduced to 2 tablespoons. Add juices from platter and if necessary boil until liquid is reduced to about 1/4 cup. Reduce heat to low and add 3 tablespoons butter, stirring until almost melted, then add remaining 3 tablespoons butter and swirl until incorporated and sauce has a creamy consistency. Stir in tarragon and salt to taste; pour sauce over scallops.
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