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My husband and I don’t spend a lot on Valentine’s day. We like to show our love every day. But we do like to enjoy a special dinner for two. And here’s one that’s pretty easy to make and doesn’t take a lot of time (more time to enjoy each other’s company). Deliciously prepared sea scallops.
Making the Scallops
Place the scallops on paper towels or coffee filters for at least 20 minutes. It’s really important for a good sear to make sure they are dry, otherwise the moisture will come out and boil instead of sear them.
A good time to prep is while they are drying. Chop the parsley, measure the wine and butter, cook the orzo
Heat the olive oil on medium-high in a heavy skillet – cast iron is my favorite.
Place the scallops in the hot pan and
let them sear on each side until they are lightly browned.
until they are lightly browned.
Turn down the heat, add half the butter, and let cook for another 3 to 4 minutes to cook through.
Remove the scallops from the pan and melt the remaining butter. Add the garlic and cook on low until the garlic is light brown and fragrant and the butter is lightly browned. Stir in the wine to de-glaze the pan. Bring to a boil
then reduce heat and simmer until the sauce is reduced and slightly thickened. Add some salt and pepper to taste.
Place half the cooked orzo on each plate,
then top with the scallops. Spoon the sauce over it all and garnish with the chopped parsley.
Serve with a salad of wild greens and a light vinaigrette.
Now light the candles, pour some wine and sit and enjoy. BTW – that’s not wine in the glass. It’s unsweetened cranberry juice. Tart like cabernet, but not a drop of alcohol.
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Sea Scallops are so good seared!
A perfectly quick and delicious dinner for two.
- 1-1/2 cups orzo - cooked by package instructions
- 1/2 to 3/4 pound sea scallops (not the smaller bay scallops)
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 large clove garlic, crushed
- 1/4 cup dry, white wine (chardonnay is great)
- 1 Tablespoon minced, fresh parsley
- Salt and Pepper to taste
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Place the scallops on paper towels or coffee filters for at least 20 minutes. It's really important for a good sear to make sure they are dry.
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A good time to prep is while they are drying. Chop the parsley, measure the wine and butter, cook the orzo
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Heat the olive oil on medium-high in a heavy skillet - cast iron is my favorite.
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Place the scallops in the hot pan and let them sear on each side until they are lightly browned.
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Turn down the heat, add half the butter, and let cook for another 3 to 4 minutes to cook through.
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Remove the scallops from the pan and melt the remaining butter. Add the garlic and cook on low until the garlic is light brown and fragrant and the butter is lightly browned. Stir in the wine to de-glaze the pan. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer until the sauce is reduced and slightly thickened. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Place half the cooked orzo on each plate, then top with the scallops.
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Spoon the sauce over it all and garnish with the chopped parsley.
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Now light the candles and sit and enjoy.
© Copyright 2020 The Lazy Gastronome
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Looks really good! Thanks so much for linking up with me at my #UnlimitedMonthlyLinkParty 9 where I comment on and share on social media if share option is available, open February 1 to 26.
They were good – I should have made more!! Thanks for stopping by!
That sounds delicious! I like to make a special meal on Valentine’s day too. Pinned.
Thanks Joanne. Glad you stopped by. Have a fabulous week.
Scallops are such a treat and delicious with orzo! Love the sauce with it! Thank you for sharing with us at Fiesta Friday :)
Thanks for stopping by! Have a wonderful week.
One of my favorite types of seafood is the scallop. I long to reach into the photo with a fork, to snag a couple of these! Thanks for sharing with Fiesta Friday!
I totally understand!! LOL – Thanks for stopping by.
Visiting again to say thanks so much for linking up at A Themed Linkup 95 for All Things Love and Valentine’s Day. Pinned.
I need more Valentine foods. We don’t make a big deal on Valentine’s day. We both think it’s just a way to guilt men into buying extravagant gifts. We try to practice “Valentine’s day” every day – Thanks for stopping by and have a great week.
Looks like a lovely dinner my husband would love. I shall make him for him since he loves scallops. Thanks so much for sharing at Love Your Creativity. Enjoy the rest of your week.
Thank you!! And thank you so much for stopping by!
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This sounds fantastic! Pinned so I can try later.
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Thanks for stopping by! Let me know how you like the recipe!
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