{"id":671,"date":"2026-05-05T13:50:18","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T13:50:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/?p=671"},"modified":"2026-05-05T13:50:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T13:50:18","slug":"pan-seared-scallops-in-creamy-garlic-herb-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/?p=671","title":{"rendered":"Pan-Seared Scallops in Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ingredients<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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For the scallops:<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1 lb (450g) large sea scallops (about 10\u201312)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1 tbsp unsalted butter<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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For the creamy garlic herb sauce:<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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3 cloves garlic, minced<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u00bd cup low-fat Greek yogurt or \u00bd cup heavy cream (for richer sauce)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u00bc cup chicken or vegetable broth<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional but adds depth)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1 tsp fresh thyme (or \u00bd tsp dried)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1 tbsp chopped fresh basil (optional)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Salt and pepper to taste<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Instructions<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Prepare the scallops:<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Pat scallops completely dry with paper towels. (Moisture prevents searing.)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Season both sides with salt and pepper.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Sear the scallops:<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Add scallops in a single layer without crowding.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Sear 1.5\u20132 minutes per side until golden brown and opaque in the center.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Remove and set aside on a warm plate.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Make the sauce:<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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In the same pan (lower to medium heat), add minced garlic and saut\u00e9 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Stir in broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Add Greek yogurt or cream, Dijon (if using), and Parmesan.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Simmer gently for 2\u20133 minutes until slightly thickened.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Stir in lemon juice and herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Combine:<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Return scallops to the pan for 1 minute to warm through in the sauce.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Spoon sauce over the top and serve immediately.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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